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This resource explores the principles of constructivist learning, emphasizing student engagement in tasks that promote experiential learning and concept construction. It outlines four aspects of constructivist lessons: learners constructing their own meaning, building on prior knowledge, engaging in authentic tasks, and enhancing learning through social interaction. While highlighting the benefits of retention, attention, and cooperation, the guide also addresses challenges such as preparation time and the need for careful structuring. Strategies for effective implementation, including the use of higher-order questions and group work, are also discussed.
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Beyond Active Learning A Constructivist Approach to Learning
Beyond Active Learning: A Constructivist Approach to Learning Susan Cooperstein – User Education Librarian Loyola/Notre Dame Library cooperstein@loyola.edu 410-617-6832 Liz Kocevar-Weidinger – Instruction Librarian Longwood University eweiding@longwood.edu 434-395-2445
Constructivist Learning --- engages students in performing tasks through which they construct general concepts and learn specific skills by experience and discovery.
Learning happens!
4 Aspects of Constructivist Lessons • Learners construct their own meaning. • New learning builds upon prior knowledge • Learning develops through “authentic” tasks. • Learning is enhanced by social interaction.
The Good • Retention • Attention • Comprehension • Metacognition • Cooperation
Learning Pyramid National Training Laboratories, Bethel, ME Taken from: http://www.gareal.org/learningpyramid.htm image from http://www.gereal.org
The Bad • Time Time to Prepare Time to Execute
And the Ugly • Trouble • Finding examples • Structuring exercises • Abandoning comfort zone
For Success • Carefully structure lessons. • Use behavioral objectives. • Ask questions that require higher-order cognitive skills. • Gradually move from directed questions to independent activities. • Reinforce through “testing” questions. • Provide immediate feedback. • Have students work in groups. • Review key concepts at the end. • Reflect and revise.
