So I read this article for my class...an article all about constructivist theory. It's really kind of fascinating to me for a few reasons. (Of course, being an AUM grad, I know all about the theory and how it applies to education) but then I thought about Bloom's Taxonomy and how constructivist theory works with that...
It's obvious that in a constructionist learning environment that students will be creating (constructing) their own knowledge, and that they'll be a more active participant in the learning process.
I suppose that it's kind of interesting, because it makes me think about the learning process. I've decided it's not just that we "know" something. A lot of times it's just as much about "HOW we know something" that makes all the difference. I'm not sure that makes a lot of sense to you, my loyal reader. In any case, it's definitely a concept worth reflecting on.
That's interesting how you put that..."how we know something." I think that was what the article this week was talking about..."meaningful learning." Depth of knowledge so that it can be used to complete complex tasks, ownership of the material so that it is retained, etc. Deep thoughts!
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