Friday, March 27, 2009

Learning constructivism through a marble ramp activity

Learning constructivism through a marble ramp activity

By Leidy Leon
EDI 15A Psychological Perspective: Teaching & Learning
School of Education
Long Island University, C. W. Post
March 24, 2009

I had a great time in class today and I learn a lot. I really like the problem solving group exercise. I thought it was a great for us and it helped me develop my group work skills. My favorite part was when we talk with our group and share our opinions. I feel that the best way of learning is by peer learning. Furthermore, group discussions are great for students to learn from. Also, it helps students to learn respect others point of view.

I found constructivism very interesting and I learn how we all interpreting ideas differently. In addition, the two warm up exercises were really helpful in demonstrating how different our minds work. In the first slide was I was not able to see the two faces until one of my peers point it out. In the second, I really struggle with it because I was not able to see the old lady in the picture. This shows how different we all see things. I feel that as future teachers it is really important to know about constructivism and ways we can implemented in our curriculum. I had an excitement time in class today and I am looking forward next class.

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