Week One - Technology in Teaching

During week one I have learned more about the constructivist learning theory which basically allows students a more hands - on approach in their learning.  This theory allows students to respond and discuss the content thus giving them an opportunity to form opinions, challenge ideas and consolidate what they have learned.

"Learning is both an active and reflective process. Learners combine experience (action) and thought (reflection) to build meaning. Both parts must be present to support the creation of new knowledge."

I have began to look at myself more as a reflective practioneer and I am beginning to see how reflection builds knowledge and enhances the learning process. This quote highlighted for me that reflection is an essential component in learning. The biggest implication for educators is to provide an environment that is conducive to students becoming more reflective and therefore more able to create new knowledge.


Southwest Educational Development Laboratory, (1999). Learning as a personal event: A brief introduction to constructivism. http://www.sedl.org/pubs/tec26/intro2c.html