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According to Rieber (:587) all exploratory learning approaches are | According to Rieber (:587) all exploratory learning approaches are | ||
based on the following four principles: | based on the following four principles: | ||
* | * Learners can and should take control of their own learning; | ||
* | * knowledge is rich and multidimensional; | ||
* | * learners approach the learning task in very diverse ways; and | ||
* | * it is possible for learning to feel natural and uncoaxed, that is, it does not have to be forced or contrived. | ||
== Tools == | == Tools == | ||
Revision as of 14:57, 29 August 2006
Definition
Exploratory learning is based on constructivist theories of learning. See also inquiry-based learning and discovery learning.
According to Rieber (:587) all exploratory learning approaches are based on the following four principles:
- Learners can and should take control of their own learning;
- knowledge is rich and multidimensional;
- learners approach the learning task in very diverse ways; and
- it is possible for learning to feel natural and uncoaxed, that is, it does not have to be forced or contrived.
Tools
There are different kinds of tools for exploratory learning.
- Microworlds
- Hypertexts
- Some forms of games and simulations