The Effect of Constructivist Instruction on Prospective Teachers’ Attitudes toward Human Rights Education

Abstract

Introduction. This study investigates the effect of employing constructivist methods and ma-

Students as Change Agents in the Community: Developing Active Citizenship at Schools

“…They particularly criticized that use of direct instruction in the classes was a negative factor influencing the effectiveness of the course. Therefore, the teaching methods used in the courses by the faculty should promote a constructivist, learner-centered, and more democratic approach in the preparation of teachers (Baysal, 2009;Dolanbay, 2016;Gündoğdu, 2010). Such evaluation studies on this course could offer implications of indicating the areas that need to be more strengthened.…”

Department of Mathematics, Tallinn University, Tallinn

“…Teachers' pedagogical beliefs and instructional practice have been studied using the dichotomic approach to the classification of beliefs and practice (Gündoğdu, 2010;Loogma, Ruus, Talts, & Poom-Valickis, 2009;Ravitz, Becker, & Wong, 2000, etc.). Constructivistcompatible beliefs and instruction envisage that understanding arises only through prolonged engagement of the learner by relating new ideas and explanations to the learner's own existing beliefs.…”

Development of “Learner Roles in Constructive Learning Environment” Scale

“…Another characteristic of constructivist learning environments is that students play an active role in the evaluation process (Gündoğdu, 2010 Finally, learners in constuctive learning environments are reflectors, creators, critical thinkers, and also independent and social learners. Effectiveness of constructive learning depends on teacher roles, learner roles and the currículum.…”

“…In constructive learning approach the emphasis is placed more on learners than teachers, and this has changed the roles of the traditional learners (Gündoğdu, 2010;Ozden, 2003;Thanasoulas, 2001). According to social constructivist approach knowledge is constructed socially and learning eventuates in a social and cultural context (Derry, 1999: McMahon, 1997, Sivan, 1986Terwel, 1999).…”