Technology Meets Constructivism: Do They Make a Marriage?

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Title: Technology Meets Constructivism: Do They Make a Marriage?
Language: English
Authors: Perkins, D. N.
Source: Educational Technology. May 1991 31(5):18-23.
Peer Reviewed: N
Page Count: 6
Publication Date: 1991
Document Type: Journal Articles
Information Analyses
Opinion Papers
Descriptors: Educational Environment, Educational Objectives, Evaluation Methods, Information Processing, Information Technology, Instructional Design, Learning Processes, Needs Assessment
ISSN: 0013-1962
Abstract: Discussion of three basic goals of education--retention, understanding, and active use of knowledge and skills--focuses on information processing technologies and educational practices surrounding the idea of constructivism. Highlights include the five facets of a learning environment and the relationship of constructivism and technology, front-end analysis, instructional strategy, and assessment. (21 references) (LRW)
Entry Date: 1991
Accession Number: EJ430231
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Discussion of three basic goals of education--retention, understanding, and active use of knowledge and skills--focuses on information processing technologies and educational practices surrounding the idea of constructivism. Highlights include the five facets of a learning environment and the relationship of constructivism and technology, front-end analysis, instructional strategy, and assessment. (21 references) (LRW)
ISSN:0013-1962