Classroom Practicescs-coaching-knowledge-base.md

Scaffolded Constructionism

Front: Based on Papert's research, creating physical and digital products helps students construct their knowledge about CS. The focus on building artifacts in a constructivist learning environment gives us constructionism. We can give all students access to this type of rigorous experience by building scaffolds to independent learning.

Back: Create guidance that helps students build their own knowledge through interaction with computing, both plugged and unplugged. Gradually reduce these supports as a student's ability grows. Create opportunities for students to construct their own knowledge through open-ended play with physical materials and creating both digital and physical artifacts. Make these experiences accessible to all students by offering opportunities for explicit instruction on specific skills or topics, by scaffolding exploration and artifact development, and by guiding synthesis and reflection.

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