Analysis of Learning #2 Cognitive Constructivism and Social Constructivism (15 points): A-fter you have learned about the two theories of cognitive and social constructivism, you will have a chance to observe learning with a theoretical lens. There are two ways in which you can approach this assignment: 1) You can look for an opportunity to observe learning in an informal setting. This can be at a home, the library, outside, or where a learning opportunity might present itself. You will need to look for some sort of learning happening, for example, you might see a parent or sibling teaching their younger sibling how to play a game. There are many opportunities to look for, but I do not want you to put yourself in a situation where you are just watching a child you do not know. You will observe the interaction for at least 20 minutes and write up an analysis that makes connections to each of the learning theories covered in class. The second option is that you will choose from a list of videos I will provide. You will then watch the video and look for learning in connection to the learning theories we have discussed in class. You will then write up an analysis that makes connections to what you have learned.
Observational Video:
1) Before observing, how did you define what learning looked or sounded like? How did you define teaching? According to YOUR definitions, how might teaching and learning look and sound like?
2) Provide the context in which the teaching and learning took place. Don’t provide all the details, but where did it happen and what was happening? What was being taught? How were the children and teacher positioned?
3) You will use your knowledge of each of the theories discussed in class (cognitive construc-tivism (Piaget), and sociocultural theory (Vygotsky)) to connect to what you observed. You will name the concept/concepts that you observe that are tied to these two theories. You will not only name the theory and concept you observe, but explain why it is an example of the teacher using that theory and a connection to the class reading. The thoughtful co-nnection to a course reading is an important aspect of this assignment. Avoid using direc-t quotes. I want to understand your own synthesis and connection between what you se-e/hear and what the readings tell you.
Provide at least 2-3 connections to the course readings that relate to what you observed and how it ties to the theories you are mentioning. Your connections to readings must be cited in APA format with references within the paper and in a reference section at the end. Lo-ok for APA citation tips and resources in the Student Resources Module.
4) Reflection: What did this observation teach you about your own lens or approach to how individuals learn and the role of context in learning? Remember when we talk about context, we are referring to the role of the teacher, what is in the room, a supportive/not supportive e-nvironment/role of the classmates, etc. Provide a critique or suggestion for something you observed the teacher doing/not doing.)
Parameters: 3-4 pages, 12 point font, 1.5 spaced, APA formatting (look in the Student Resources Module for resources on APA formatting)
(textbook material is added as a file for reference)
