CMT3120

Week Two

These themes, although different, are used for one general purpose. To teach and disseminate information to the masses, or in this case, a classroom of students. The key with the different themes is to know when each theme is to be used. I am of the school of thought that very little is wrong at its core, just how it is interpreted or used. With the different themes, my understanding is that at any one time, a particular theme is best for a particular group of people, or more directly, their level of maturity. This is where the skill and dedication of a teacher plays a huge role. The teacher needs to be able to realize where it’s best to use the Behaviourism theme (a younger audience), or the Constructivism theme (the middle school years) to the Constructionism theme (the latter part of the schooling years) and finally the Socioculturism theme (college or university level). Another aspect to consider, would be a theme for the particular subject or topic being taught. Does the topic lend itself to a more open discussion (Socioculturism) or a more guided approach (any of the first 2).

posted by RishyCP @ 9:38 PM