Constructivist Learning Strategies

When creating instruction for a constructivist class, learning about the constructivist learning theory, the following are examples of concepts and connecting strategies that can be implemented throughout the lesson: 

Concept #1: Scaffolding

Strategy #1-Scaffolded lesson (brief) about lives of Constructivist leading Theorists.

Strategy #2-Scaffolded lesson about principles of constructivist theory.

Concept #2: Authentic problem-based learning

Strategy #3-Learners work in groups to identify advantages and Disadvantages of  using Constructivist Theory in classroom setting.

Concept #3: Inquiry-based learning

Strategy #4-Learners select one Constructivist theorist and their specific theory to research.                         Strategy #5-Learners create an interactive powerpoint or portfolio based on their research. Includes questions for further research.

*Based on Jerome Bruner's Constructivist Learning Theory