Constructivist Learning Theory · CDP

Which example shows assimilation according to constructivist theory?

  1. Learning entirely new skills without past connections
  2. Fitting new information into existing mental schemas
  3. Rejecting prior knowledge
  4. Using rote memory only
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Correct answer: Fitting new information into existing mental schemas

Assimilation means adding new information to current schemas. It is part of Piaget’s adaptation process.

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