"Constructivist Teaching and Content Coverage: (Not Such) Unlikely Bedfellows"

On February 24, 2011, the Faculty Collaborative for Excellence in Learning and Teaching and Excellence in Education Seminar Series presented: "Constructivist Teaching and Content Coverage: (Not Such) Unlikely Bedfellows."

Constructivism is generally regarded as a valuable teaching approach in the arts and humanities, but inappropriate for the sciences where significant amounts of content must be covered in depth. In this panel discussion, moderator Kevin G. Basmadjian, Assistant Professor of Education, offered an overview of constructivism as well as the research to support it in the service of student learning and engagement. Following his introductory remarks, three faculty members from different science fields shared how constructivist teaching not only facilitates but enhances student engagement and learning in their courses.

Panelists included:

Andri Smith, Associate Professor of Chemistry

Nancy Bagatell, Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy

Lauren Ross, Assistant Professor of Sociology

Category:

Education

Tags:

• Quinnipiac University
• Faculty Collaborative
• Constructivist