While applying the constructive approach in teaching mathematics, what should…
2019
While applying the constructive approach in teaching mathematics, what should be the role of the teacher?
- A.
To ensure all related books are available in the library
- B.
To ensure that children get opportunities to play mathematical games before lessons
- C.
To ensure that children themselves construct knowledge through reasoning and exploration
- D.
To ensure that all students have calculators
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Correct answer: C
In the constructivist approach, the teacher’s role is that of a facilitator, not a provider of ready-made answers. Students learn by thinking, exploring, reasoning, and constructing knowledge on their own.