Constructivism

We decided to take a constructivism approach to our learning resources. Constructivism emphasizes active learning, where learners need to actively engage with the material, ask questions, and experiment. This is closely related to motivation, as active engagement in the learning process enhances intrinsic motivation. When students are actively engaged in the learning process, they are more likely to find the material interesting and relevant, which increases their motivation to learn. Constructivist approaches often involve learning activities that are relevant to students’ own lives and experiences. For example, in a case study analysis activity, students can study real-life scenarios and understand the key role of motivation in them, so that theoretical concepts can be applied to real-life situations. Constructivism promotes collaborative learning, where students work together to solve problems and construct knowledge. This collaborative learning style is very motivating because students can learn from each other, share different perspectives, and feel a sense of belonging and purpose in the team.

(What is Constructivism in Education? Piaget’s Pros & Cons, 2024)

Rationale

Constructivist approaches make learning personally relevant, which increases intrinsic motivation. When students see the connection between what they are learning and their own lives, they are more likely to remain motivated. Active, hands-on learning activities are more engaging and fun, which increases students’ intrinsic motivation to learn and can also be connected to our theme. Constructivism fits well with the theme of motivation because it fosters an active, engaging, and collaborative learning environment where students can see the relevance of their learning, take responsibility for their own progress, and support each other.