초등교사를 위한 구성주의 교수 - 학습환경 개발에 관한 연구 = Research on the Development of Constructivist Teaching-Learning Environment for the Elementary School Teachers

다국어 초록 (Multilingual Abstract)

The purpose of this study was to investigate the constructivist teaching-learning environment for the elementary school teachers in the information era. To accomplish this purpose, first the basic assumptions and main teaching-learning principles were investigated. Constructivists emphasize the construction of knowledge appropriate to the context by the individuals` cognitive operation and social interaction. Constructivist learners are the owners of learning and have responsibility on their learning, and perform the role of self-directed learner. Constructivist teachers perform the role of guider, advisor, and co-learner assisting the students` learning. Second, the cognition of elementary school teachers on constructivism was surveyed. As results, it revealed that most elementary school teachers admit the necessity of constructivist education, but it is not well reflected in their educational practice. So, it is judged that the sufficient training and environmental support for constructivist education is needed. Third, the main models to design and development constructivist teaching-learning environment was investigated. They emphasize context-based design coping flexibly with the change of situation. It is expected that the constructivist teaching-learning environment will contribute to enhance the quality of elementary education.