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Comparison Between Constructivism and Behaviorism Theories PDF

   

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COMPARISON BETWEEN CONSTRUCTIVISM AND BEHAVIORISM THEORIES(Author’s name)(Institutional Affiliation)

Tables of ContentsIntroduction......................................................................................................................................2Behaviorism theory..........................................................................................................................3Constructivism theory......................................................................................................................3Similarities between constructivism and behaviorism theory.........................................................3Differences between constructivism and behaviorism theory.........................................................4Behaviorism and Constructivism Venn diagram.............................................................................4The Behavioral Approach in Learning............................................................................................5Benefit of behaviorism theory.........................................................................................................7Limitations of behaviorism theory...................................................................................................7The Constructivist Approach in Learning.......................................................................................7Benefits of Constructivist Learning...............................................................................................10Limitations of Constructivist Learning..........................................................................................11Conclusions....................................................................................................................................11References......................................................................................................................................12Introduction Constructivism and behaviorism are some of the psychological theories that explain the learning and teaching behaviors. These theories are similar because, they are both philosophies of learning (Pacis, 2012). Additionally, the theorists who developed them explained the learning environment as well as the knowledge surroundings. They also, explained how learning and education in different surroundings occur. In addition to that, both the theories have had an impact on the teaching methods in the classrooms and distant studies (Newby, 2013). These theories were vital in analysis and presentation learning materials in classes as well as, discussing the learner’s role in systems of education. Therefore, their similarities and differences should be equally addressed for better understanding. But, the most important aspect to be noted is that the differences of these theories have been the most important topics in teaching and learning.

Theory 2Constructivism theoryThis theory explains how people obtain knowledge then learn by putting into action. This theory directly influences education patterns. This theory states that people construct knowledge from past experiences (Hederih, 2010). The theory analyses how an individual creates systems for better understanding. For instance, a teacher presents a query to the students, such as measuring the weight of a whale. Instead of introducing the problem by presenting a scale/ weighing machine, the students are allowed by the teacher to reflect and come up with their own measuring techniques. These strategiesinclude listening without talking, active listening, socially interacting, solving problems and reasoning abilities. DifferencesBehaviorism theory Constructivism theoryIt is teacher-centeredIt is learner centeredTeacher is a member of studentsA teacher is an expertBased on understanding and applicationAdherence to curriculumSimilaritiesThe two theories suggest that all things that a person does which include acting, viewing and tasting are his or her behaviors. Both theories explain the actions in an environment (Hassad, 2011). They try to investigate the responses of students in different situations. Behaviorism insists on having observational patterns that show the relationship that lead to results and this is no difference from constructivism that explains that the observations are the actions and processes that result into thoughts and emotions.Part 1: Venn diagramBehaviorism theoryThis is a psychological method that states that the observable behaviors of a thing form the study object that can be analyzed, evaluated and measured (Klinger, 2016). In Behaviorism, the theorist tries to explain the why question by tryingto understand the circumstances and events that make a situation occur. In education, the kind of people in this theory try to change behaviors by motivating others. For example, a teacher can buy presents or praise students who show improvement inboth their class work and behavior.

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