Constructivism

Question 1

Sociocultural Perspective. Learning occurs through social interaction leading to development. Every function of a child’s learning appears twice–first on the social level and later on the individual level.

Answer 1

Lev Vygotsky

Question 2

Human development is a transactional process in which an individual’s development is influenced by his or her interactions with various aspects and spheres of their environment. The sphere of social influence for a child increases (through constructing relationships) as the child develops

Answer 2

Urie Bronfenbrenner

Question 3

Rejected repetitive, rote memorization and proposed “directed living” where students engage in real world activities to demonstrate higher levels of knowledge through creativity and collaboration. Learners need to connect real life experiences with school activities in order to make learning possible. Believed in hands-on, inquiry-based learning.

Answer 3

John Dewey