What is constructivist learning?
Constructivist learning emphasizes that learners build understanding by connecting new information with prior knowledge and experience.
Core approach and practice
Conceptual framework Learners are active: they question, compare examples, test explanations and revise them. The teacher provides purposeful tasks, resources, scaffolding and feedback. Implementation steps Lessons first elicit prior ideas and misconceptions. Individual thought, discussion, explanation and reflection are planned around a meaningful problem.
Evaluation and practical cautions
Contribution to learning This can support transfer and causal understanding. Asking learners to justify explanations also gives teachers evidence of understanding. Limits and sound use Constructivism does not mean leaving students to discover everything without support. Explicit explanation and modeling remain useful when aligned to need and age.