Teaching Approaches and Strategies in Science, Papers of Science education

Download Teaching Approaches and Strategies in Science and more Papers Science education in PDF only on Docsity! Teaching Approaches and Strategies in Science CONSTRUCTIVISM * Constructivist teaching is based on the belief that learning occurs when learners are actively involved in a process of meaning and knowledge construction as opposed to passively receiving information. Learners are the makers of meaning and knowledge. It is interactive, collaborative, integrative, and injury-based. BRAIN-BASED LEARNING THEORY * Brain-based learning theory is a purposeful engagement of strategies based on how our brains work. EXPERIMENTAL LEARNING, DAVID KOLB (1975) Experimental learning is learning that occurs by making sense of direct everyday experiences. * Concrete experiences provide the information that serves as a basis. Social Learning Theory * Learning as a cognitive process takes place in a social context and can occur through information or direct instruction. This emphasizes the importance of observation and modeling in instruction. Situated Learning: Lave and Wenger (1990) Situated learning is learning in the same context in which concepts and theories are applied. Workshops, kitchens, gardens, and farms are used as classrooms. Research has shown that real-life applied activities and problem-solving activities establish a contextual setting for many lessons, providing motivation and encouraging curiosity. Situated Learning: Lave and Wenger (1990) Situated learning is learning in the same context in which concepts and theories are applied. Workshops, kitchens, gardens, and farms are used as classrooms. Research has shown that real-life applied activities and problem-solving activities establish a contextual setting for many lessons, providing motivation and encouraging curiosity.