Learning Theory

Our lesson is underpinned by the learning theory of constructivism, which

suggests that people do not simply learn by absorbing information from
their environment, rather they learn by constructing knowledge and
meaning from interactions, experiences and previous knowledge (Powell &
Kalina, 2009). There five attributes of the learning theory of
constructivism, which our group has based our lessons upon:
Active learning tasks will be hands on and students will be actively
involved. By using the iPads to make their own books, students will
be engaged with learning how to structure and create written texts
with pictures. It is a multisensory approach which engages visual,
aural and kinaesthetic learners.
Intentional learning lessons will all clearly be linked, with a clear
objective to be achieved at the end of lesson four.
Constructive all lessons will build upon prior knowledge, the first
lesson will build the foundation and each lesson after will teach
additional skills, allowing students to learn new things by reflecting
on and using what they already know.
Authentic lessons have a practical application and teach skills
students will use in the real world, in this case ordering and
structuring a text and creating a short narrative. It teaches
communication and language skills in a creative and engaging task.
Cooperative students will be learning through social interaction
with their peers, books will be created by sharing the iPads in pairs,
so students must work together to achieve the same goal. Students
will then share their books with one another, allowing students to
learn from one another whilst also practising social skills and
teamwork.
Resources
Powell, K., & Kalina, C. (2009). Cognitive and social constructivism:
developing tools for an effective classroom. Education, 130 (2), 241-250.