A discussion in our Matrix chat today:

Q: What is Constructionism?

A: "It is a bit more than learn by doing. We add some additional components: (1) scaffolding in the form of well-designed microworlds; (2) collaborative environment that includes peer and mentors; (3) tools for reflection; (4) the ability to share and expand upon the tools and the content." -- @walterbender

#Constructionism #Microworld #Papert #Constructivism #Learning #Teaching #ProjectBased #Education

I'm quoted in this #McGrawHill blog post about motivating students, stanning for #PlaceBased and #ProjectBased learning and strong student #relationships. 🧡

Tips from Teachers on Motivating Students to Learn | by McGraw Hill | Inspired Ideas | Feb, 2023 | Medium

https://medium.com/inspired-ideas-prek-12/tips-from-teachers-on-motivating-students-to-learn-a5c55dd24843

#Edutoot #Education #Teaching #RestoreHumanity

Tips from Teachers on Motivating Students to Learn - Inspired Ideas - Medium

Like so many aspects of teaching, motivating students to learn is both an art and a science. From psychology, we can understand motivation through a framework called self-determination theory, where…

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