To consider the influence and strengths of constructivist psychology

Aim

To consider the influence and strengths of constructivist psychology when applied to children's learning and primary school practice.

Evidence and Reflection

Review the learning situations and teaching methods, influenced by constructivism, which your class has experienced during a school day.

Note each learning situation, each teaching method and then consider the reasons for its choice.

Follow up 

Consider the extent, strengths and weaknesses of the constructivist influence on teaching in your school.  Are the teaching methods used 'fit for their purpose'?

More in this chapter

• To consider the influence and strengths of behaviourist psychology
• To consider the application of behaviourist, constructivist and social constructivist psychology
• To evaluate the exercises taken by pupils in your class/es
• To monitor the use and abuse of concepts of 'intelligence'
• To map the influence of culture on the learning dispostion of a pupil
• To review the motivational qualities of a series of classroom activities
• To consider classroom development of children's meta-cognitive strategies
• To review and apply knowledge about factors affecting learning