What is meant by saying experiential learning is “constructivist” in nature?
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Correct answer: Knowledge is constructed through active engagement with experience
Constructivist view sees learners building understanding via experience, reflection and personal meaning-making — central to experiential learning.
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- Which skill set tends to be strengthened most by experiential learning methods compared to traditional lecture-based methods?
- Which limitation is often cited regarding experiential learning in mainstream school systems?
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- Which of these is a reason experiential learning is valued in 21st-century education and training (e.g., internships, service-learning)?
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