Constructivist learning theory piaget

The constructivist theory is based around the idea that learners are active participants in their learning journey; knowledge is constructed based on experiences.

Constructivist learning theory piaget

As events occur, each person reflects on their experience and incorporates the new ideas with their prior knowledge. Learners develop schemas to organize acquired knowledge. This model was entrenched in learning theories by Dewey, Piaget, Vygotsky, Gagne, and Bruner.

See also: Cognitive Apprenticeship

The theory of constructivist learning is vital to understanding how students learn.

The idea that students actively construct knowledge is central to constructivism.

Constructivist learning theory (piaget vygotsky)

Students add (or build) their new experiences on top of their current foundation of understanding. As stated by Woolfolk (1993) “learning is active mental work, not passive reception of teaching”.

As an educator, it is important to understand the theory of constructivist learning.

Each student that enters your classroom has a unique perspective