Learning methods

1.3 Constructivism Constructivism is a theory which is based on observation that emphasize learning is an active and through constructive process. It says that people construct their own understanding and knowledge of the world, through experiencing things and reflecting on those experiences (Bereiter, 1994). The teacher should encourage students to use active techniques (experiments, real-world problem solving) to create more knowledge and then to reflect on and talk about what they are doing…

standards provide an instructional method on what it takes for one to become a great teacher. It produces and provides certain qualities that everyone teacher should strive to obtain while in the classroom. These standards were established to help the professional development of teachers and to set the standard higher for all. The core teaching standards describe what teachers should know and be able to do in today’s learning context to ensure student teacher these learning goals (CCSSO, 2011).…

1899 which became a private experimental school, the theory was a success and an additional school was then opened. The Quincy Method was an approach to progressive education thought out by Mr. Parker himself. His method stated that he would give less care to memorization, eradicate severe discipline, including group work and teach the subjects of science and arts. His method was the most successful of its time that society found it hard to believe. Mr. Parkers students were given state-mandated…

are two very effective teaching methods. They are also very similar methods as well, they both are using different learning styles to teach the students. Differentiate instruction is a method of designing and delivering instruction to best reach each students in the classroom. Station teaching is a co-teaching method between the teacher and the students. Each station the students will learn about the content from their classmates. They both use different learning styles to teach the children,…

needed for a specific art, profession or job. This statement means that in order for a person to excel in his or her line of work the individual must prepare ahead by gaining skills through training. There are different types of trainings and the methods that it can be administered. But it is not just about taking a training, because it’s just as important to know what is the training needed by the individual or a group of people. After recruiting and placing the employees in the right place…

part of all types of learning particularly language learning. It precedes and strongly determines the quality of all important skill, the skill of writing. Proper development of reading skill ensures a sound base for writing. Besides the words of motivation uttered by the teacher, environmental factors play a vital part in inculcating the habit of reading. A child has to be surrounded by a lot of stimulating reading material. This has to be done from the earliest stages of learning. In addition…

stories, “Allegory of the Cave” by Plato and “Pedagogy of the Oppressed” by Paulo Freire have two very different views on what the best method of education looks like. When comparing the two it is evident that the “problem-posing” method is better way to teach because it involves the students and allows them to fully claim their education. The “top- down” method which is supported…

learn and develop their knowledge, language, form relationships and continually enhance their social skills to be assimilated into the society in which they reside (Berns, 2013; Grusec, 2011). Therefore, socialisation plays a vital role in children’s learning and development as the socialisation process aims to establish a self-concept, self-regulation, empower achievements, teach appropriate social roles and implement developmental…

My 3-practicum placements have provided me with different, but great learning experiences. I was able to practice what I have been learning in my other college courses in my practicums. In all my practicums, I was able to build positive relationships with each student and teacher-supervisors that I interacted with. I have worked in a grade 4, grade 1, and now a grade 3 classroom. As I assisted in each classroom I was able to learn what my teacher-supervisors would expect from their educational…

some students feel tortured every time they meet a mathematics class. Learning mathematics is looking at students’ abilities to use and apply what they comprehend to solve a problem. It is not about providing practice on rote skills and memorization. It is a mode of thinking that requires students to provide and good reasoning and proof. Teachers provide their students opportunity to learn in various teaching methods. These methods should be designed to provide students…