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'''Exploratory learning''' is based on [[constructivism | | '''Exploratory learning''' is based on [[constructivism | | ||
constructivist]] theories of learning. | constructivist]] theories of learning. See also [[inquiry-based learning]] | ||
According to Rieber (:587) all exploratory learning approaches are | According to Rieber (:587) all exploratory learning approaches are | ||
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in very diverse ways; and (d) it is possible for learning to feel natural and uncoaxed, that is, it does not have to be forced or contrived. | in very diverse ways; and (d) it is possible for learning to feel natural and uncoaxed, that is, it does not have to be forced or contrived. | ||
== Examples == | |||
There are different kinds of tools for exploratory learning. | |||
* [[Microworld]]s | |||
* [[Hypertext]]s | |||
[[Category: Instructional design models]] | [[Category: Instructional design models]] | ||
Revision as of 17:32, 30 March 2006
Definition
Exploratory learning is based on constructivist theories of learning. See also inquiry-based learning
According to Rieber (:587) all exploratory learning approaches are based on the following four principles: (a) Learners can and should take control of their own learning; (b) knowledge is rich and multidimensional; (c) learners approach the learning task in very diverse ways; and (d) it is possible for learning to feel natural and uncoaxed, that is, it does not have to be forced or contrived.
Examples
There are different kinds of tools for exploratory learning.