ERIC Number: EJ1068438
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Publication Date: 2014
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Constructive Classroom: A Cognitive Instructional Strategy in ELT
Suneetha, Y.
Journal on English Language Teaching, v4 n1 p1-3 Jan-Mar 2014
The purpose of this paper is to study, the extent of constructivist classroom characteristics that exist in ELT (English Language Teaching) Methodology. It is an attempt to explore the constructivist learning activities and evaluation strategies, whether they are useful to the students and the instructors. This paper elevates the contrast of traditional classrooms and constructivist classroom setup through the pedagogical approach. Multiple strategies for Constructivist Learning are elaborated to enhance student learning. Nevertheless, educators must meet the challenge mandated by reform efforts to produce highest quality of student learning. In order to be effective, educational reforms must be tied to the development of an enhanced curriculum that incorporates authentic assessment practices.
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Constructivism (Learning), English (Second Language), Second Language Instruction, Learning Activities, Evaluation Methods, Conventional Instruction, Classroom Techniques, Cognitive Development
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