A Disadvantage of Constructivism in The Classroom
The application of constructivist theory to classroom models has generally been successful.
However, as educational psychologist David Palmer has noted, constructivist-based teaching encourages the introduction of discrepant and novel materials and methods as a way of capturing students' attention and motivating them to engage.
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Constructivism Promotes Engagement
One of the benefits of constructivism in the classroom is that it creates an active, engaging environment for children.
Instead of being passive listeners, children, through discussion and collaboration, engage in active thinking and understanding and learn to teach themselves.
Students enjoy this approach.
Research shows that students learn better.
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Learning to Learn
As students in a constructivist classroom work out their own solutions to the problems presented, they are not just learning specific materials; they are learning how to learn.
This learning model can be an advantage in other classrooms and in life.
Constructivist-educated students are prepared to navigate in the real world, where they must collabo.
