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Peer reviewedRichetti, Cynthia; Sheerin, James – Educational Leadership, 1999
Constructivist theory recognizes the student's value as thinker. Thinking ability hinges on the capacity to ask and consider important questions. Teachers need question-driven problem-solving strategies that are comprehensive, adaptable, discriminating, productive, and transferable. This article explains four types of situations and accompanying…
Descriptors: Cognitive Ability, Constructivism (Learning), Lifelong Learning, Problem Solving
