THE
Children learn best “by
doing”. Our “learning to know” curriculum encourages children to explore and
experiment with a variety of materials and experiences in a supportive,
confidence-building atmosphere that promotes the development of the “whole
child.”
Influences:
Maria
Montessori
Explore world and society
Children learn from each
other and help each other
Learn at own rates
Hands on materials
Child centered
John Dewey
Integrated curriculum
Focus on the whole child
Close home/school connection
Active Learning- “Too much sitting still is not a
good sign”
Lev Vygotsky
Social interaction influences cognitive development
Terrijann MüllerDahlberg,
Ph.D.'s doctoral dissertation:
A sound study
of conceptual learning during constructivist teaching
Learner’s
construct their own understanding
New
learning depends on current understanding
Learning
is facilitated by social interaction
Meaningful learning occurs
within authentic learning tasks