Constructivism - Constructivism is a philosophy of learning founded on the premise that, by reflecting on our experiences, we construct our own understanding of the world we live in. (Brooks & Brooks).
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Constructivist Learning Theory by Mariver C. Mangulabnan
8. What is Constructivism?
Constructivism is a philosophy
of learning founded on the
premise that, by reflecting on
our experiences, we construct
our own understanding of the
world we live in. (Brooks &
Brooks).
9. Teaching is not about
filling up the pail;
it is about
lighting a fire.
-Williams Butler Yeats
10. CONSTRUCTIVISM
Basically a theory --
based on observation and
scientific study -- about
how people learn
Learners construct their
own understanding and
knowledge of the world
16. CONSTRUCTIVISM
It is a school of thought
that emphasizes both the
learners role in
constructing meaning out
of their social
interactions with the
environment.
23. Social Constructivism
It emphasizes
that knowledge
exist in a social
context and is
initially shared
with others
instead of being
represented
solely in the
mind of an
individual.
24. Social Constructivism
It emphasizes
how meanings and
understanding
grow out of
social
encounters