Constructivist Lesson Plan Format

Conceptual Change Model
 

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Students become aware of their own perception about a concept.
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2. Students expose their belief by sharing explanations in small groups and with the entire class.
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3. Students test their ideas by making observations. Working in small groups, they discuss the results of their test.
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4. Students work toward resolving conflicts between their perceptions and their observations through class discussion.
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5. Students extend the concepts and try to make connections between what they have learned in class and in other situations.
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6. Students are encouraged to pursue additional questions and problems of their choice related to the concept.
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Stepana, Miller, and Willis. (1002). Journal of Rural and Small Schools,  (2).

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