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Constructivism

Constructivism. Kellie, Sydney, bill. What is it?. “All knowledge is constructed from the base of prior knowledge” (Allison, Barrett, 2000). A teaching that is based on the belief that learning occurs when individuals are actively involved, as apposed to passively receiving information

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Constructivism

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  1. Constructivism Kellie, Sydney, bill

  2. What is it? • “All knowledge is constructed from the base of prior knowledge” (Allison, Barrett, 2000). • A teaching that is based on the belief that learning occurs when individuals are actively involved, as apposed to passively receiving information • Involves critical thinking thus creating more motivated and independent learners • Information gained based on personal experiences, and reflection

  3. Background • Encompassed within progressive education (alternative education) • Jean Piaget (Individual Cognitive Constructivism) • Believed in scaffolding • Experiences through play • John Dewey and Lev Vygotsky(Social Constructivism) • Experience and exploration centered learning

  4. Goals 1) Children to understand that the world is a complex and ever- changing place, where diversity exists 2) Children become individuals who act responsibly in their different environments 3) Children become self- confident in what they think, feel, and do 4) Children become responsible for their own learning

  5. Characteristics • Learners actively involved • Learners are self directed, inside the given parameter • Activities are interactive and student-centered • Teacher facilitates a learning process where they are encouraged to be responsible and independent

  6. Teaching method • Guided Discovery • Teacher sets parameters • Students learn through experimentation • Teachers bring group back in to discuss and question • Students learn to do the activity in new and various ways by practicing • Repeat process

  7. Content Graham’s Wheel

  8. Content • Skill Themes: • Locomotor • Manipulative • Nonmanipulative • Movement Concepts: • Relationships • Space awareness • Effort

  9. Assessment • Based on observations of the students, verbal discussions, hands on activities, brainstorming, pre- testing • Alternative assessments

  10. Video • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZiDmwFWrGfE

  11. Sources • Allison, P. C., & Barrett, K. R. (2000). Constructing Children's Physical Education Experiences. Needham Heights, MA: Pearson Education Company.

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