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Constructivism and Mathematics, Science, and Technology Education

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Explore the profound impact of constructivism on science, mathematics, and technology education with the "Constructivism and Mathematics, Science, and Technology Education" course. Delve into constructivist views of learning, research on student ideas and interactions, and instructional approaches that consider student ideas. Examine the challenges of implementing constructivist perspectives in instruction and gain valuable insights to enhance your teaching strategies.

Key features of this course include:

  • Comprehensive exploration of constructivism in the context of science, mathematics, and technology education
  • Insights into constructivist views of learning and research on student ideas and interactions
  • Examination of instructional approaches that consider student ideas
  • Identification and analysis of challenges in implementing constructivist perspectives in instruction

Embark on a transformative learning journey and gain practical knowledge to enhance your teaching practices in science, mathematics, and technology education.

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Constructivism and Mathematics, Science, and Technology Education
Course Modules

This course is structured into four modules, guiding participants through an exploration of constructivism, student ideas, learning environments, and the challenges of implementing constructivist perspectives in science, mathematics, and technology education.

Course Orientation

Welcome to the course! Begin by familiarizing yourself with the syllabus, discussion forums, and your fellow learners. Complete the orientation quiz and engage in discussions to connect with the learning community.

Module 1: An Introduction to Constructivism

Module 1 provides an introduction to constructivism, exploring the concept and its implications for teaching. Delve into the conduit metaphor, implicit assumptions, and engage in discussions to deepen your understanding.

Module 2: Student Ideas

Module 2 focuses on student ideas, guiding you through the exploration and understanding of students' ideas. Reflect on informal interviews and interpretations to gain insights into student perspectives.

Module 3: Helping Students Develop their Ideas

Module 3 delves into helping students develop their ideas, emphasizing constructivist learning environments and research on student ideas and interactions. Engage in discussions and react to learning environments' challenges.

Module 4: Implementing Constructivist Learning Environments

Module 4 addresses the challenges of implementing constructivist learning environments. Explore the obstacles and strategies, including research, professional collaborations, and articulating challenges to implementation.

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