Direct Instruction/Constructivism Debate
Craig A. Cunningham, Ph.D.



 

The class will be divided into two groups:

Direct Instruction

and

Constructivism

 

Each group will work to produce the following:

1. A powerpoint that provides an overview of your "school" of instruction

2. A skit that demonstrates the basic approach of your "school"

3. A speech that lays out the weaknesses of the other side.

(Key Resource: Theory into Practice Database)

9:00 to 9:20 Introduction and preparations

9:30 to 10:45 Work time

10:45 to 11 Break

11 to 12 Presentations

Direct PPT

Constructivism PPT

Direct Skit

Constructivism Skit

Direct Speech

Constructivism Speech

Wrap-up