Session2_Quiz_Approaches of Pedagogy

What is constructivism?

• Learning occurs through positive reinforcement

• Learning occurs when teacher present the information

• Learning occurs through construction of knowledge

• Learning is external

During collaborative learning, students are expected to

• rely on peers for support

• work on soft skills

• apply new learning

• all of the above

What approach to teaching is involved when we use multiple academic disciplines and common language, students engage with cross-curricular material   ?

• Integrative

• Collaborative

• Reflective

• Inquiry-based

What approach to teaching is used when learners are actively involved in the learning process, creating their own meaning and knowledge of the material?   

• Integrative

• Reflective

• Collaborative

• Constructivist

Laura and Peter are collaborating on a design for an Paper Town. In their layout of the town, they must incorporate the five social institutions. Evaluate the Constructivist approach, as it relates to this example.

• This was a proper use of the Constructivist approach because the students were given parameters as to how to complete their design.

• This is an excellent demonstration of the Constructivist approach because it directs them in learning about the five primary social institutions.

• This is not a proper Constructivist approach because the students are being directed by the teachers instruction.

• This was a good example of how the Constructive approach allows for teacher direct instruction.