Constructionism

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Definition

Constructionism is a theory of learning and construction of meaning by engaging in the making of concrete and public entities, either material objects or tangible representations.

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Whereas the theoretical concept of constructivism, introduced by Piaget in the mid-twentieth century, captures the psychological substrate on which all learning (irrespective of teaching) is built, the idea of constructionism sought to develop a theory of pedagogy that could foster learning.

Key references

Harel I., Papert S. (eds.) [1] (1991). Constructionism : research reports and essays, 1985-1990. Norwood, NJ: Ablex Publishing Corporation, 518 pages.

Related terms

Constructivism

Related documents

The first chapter of Harel & Papert (1991) is available at [2] and [3]


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