Concept Map
Comparing Different Instructional Design Methods
Constructivist Theory
Constructivist Theory
Application?:
Ask real world questions or give real world problems to students to complete.
Utilizes Engagement and deep interaction with the notion to apply the material to the real world.
Knowledge is embedded in the context & believes the meaning of content is imposed by the individual rather than just existing.
Knowledge is embedded in the context & believes the meaning of content is imposed by the individual rather than just existing.
Objectivist Theory
Objectivist Theory
Application?: Utilized for more of a direct learning approach or "old school" format (lectures, seminars, etc.) Calls for students to consistently be engaged and attentive.
Much more of a teacher led model that uses consequences and enforcement.
Much more of a teacher led model that uses consequences and enforcement.
Emphasis on measurable behaviors and believes behaviors are guided by purpose.
Emphasis on measurable behaviors and believes behaviors are guided by purpose.
Scaffolding Model
Scaffolding Model
Application?: Utilization of previous knowledge and various support strategies to aid students. Overtime support is gradually withdrawn so students can stand on their own.
Designed to enable students conceptual understanding of content over the course of a lesson.
Designed to enable students conceptual understanding of content over the course of a lesson.
Can be achieved in a process of a teacher performing it, then a class, then a small group, and finally an individual.
Can be achieved in a process of a teacher performing it, then a class, then a small group, and finally an individual.