Constructivism learning theory

Question 1

What is the ConLT also known as?

Answer 1

• Social development theory.
• Vygotsky.

Question 2

What are the 3 roles of the ConLT

Answer 2

1. Role of interaction.
2. More knowledgeable others.
3. Zone of proximal development.

Question 3

1. Role of interaction

Answer 3

• Interaction with others plays a vital role in learning (social development).
• ‘Learning how to learn’- social process.
• This is called inter-psychological learning (learning from others externally).

Question 4

2. More knowledgeable others

Answer 4

• Person who has a greater understanding.
• Provide technical advice + feedback.
• They may influence learners by:
  1. High levels of effort.
  2. Healthier lifestyle
  3. Clear communication

Question 5

How do we learn skills externally?

Answer 5

1. Advice
2. Feedback
3. Tactical knowledge

Question 6

How can we use external skills?

Answer 6

• External advice- learner will cognitively analyse- construct actions on what they have learnt.

Question 7

When does learning from within take place?

Answer 7

• Learning from within takes place after learning from external sources.

Question 8

Social development (within + external)

Answer 8

1. Learning from/ interacting with people and external sources (inter-psychological learning).
2. Learning from within (intra-psychological learning).

Question 9

3. Zone of proximal development

Answer 9

• Assessment that learners will use in order to see what they need to do next in order to learn the skill.

Use 3 levels of performance:
1. What can I do alone?= independently.
2. What can I do with help?= MKO + scaffolding.
3. What can I not do yet?

Question 10

Limitations

Answer 10

• Ensure the learner is provided with a range of experience in their zone of proximal development- motivate and encourage them to advance their individual skills.

Question 11

Theory may not be applicable to all sports..

Answer 11

1. Learning is dependent on accurate modelling- if inaccurate learning is impacted negatively.
2. Learning also depends on the ability of the performer- lower ability= slow process.