Constructivism is based on perspective put forward by Jean Piaget in his theory of learning and theory of cognitive development but might not include some opinions, conceptions or assumptions in that theory.
Constructivism can be described as a learning process that explains how knowledge is acquired and structured in the mind of an individual.
School-based knowledge should not be transmitted from the teacher to the students in a complete form. Students need to construct the knowledge based on their experience and ability.
Constructivism can be applied in the learning of mathematics for students of various ages and level of ability.
Mathematics instruction encourage and allow students to construct their own knowledge through problem solving, exploring and conjecturing.
Students should carry out activities through working in groups and learn to communicate each other.
Students should be given opportunity to construct their own knowledge and skill by connecting their previous experiences with future needs. Give them chance to develop their communicative and thinking skills.
In learning new concepts, a students need to construct his own knowledge by relating it to what he already knows.
Constructivism Learning
2. Students create their own organising principle
3. Gives students ownership of what they learn
4. Concentrate on learning how to think and understand not only on rote memorisation
5. Promotes social and communication skills
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