Constructive Classroom: A Cognitive Instructional Strategy In ELT

Y. Suneetha*
*Professor and HOD, Department of English, RGM College of Engineering and Technology, Nandyal. A.P., India.
Periodicity:January - March'2014
DOI : https://doi.org/10.26634/jelt.4.1.2636

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to study, the extent of constructivist classroom characteristics that exist in ELT (English Language Teaching) Methodology. It is an attempt to explore the constructivist learning activities and evaluation strategies, whether they are useful to the students and the instructors. This paper elevates the contrast of traditional classrooms and constructivist classroom setup through the pedagogical approach. Multiple strategies for Constructivist Learning are elaborated to enhance student learning. Nevertheless, educators must meet the challenge mandated by reform efforts to produce highest quality of student learning. In order to be effective, educational reforms must be tied to the development of an enhanced curriculum that incorporates authentic assessment practices.

Keywords

ELT Methodology, Pedagogical Approaches, Constructivist Learning.

How to Cite this Article?

Suneetha, Y. (2014). Constructive Classroom: A Cognitive Instructional Strategy In ELT. i-manager’s Journal on English Language Teaching, 4(1), pp. 1-3. https://doi.org/10.26634/jelt.4.1.2636

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