Introducing CLD - Constructivist Learning Design - a new and different way of thinking about learning and teaching. Teaching and learning are two sides of the same coin; this ground-breaking book realizes that, and builds on the pioneering work of Piaget and Vygotsky to offer a new approach to the constructivist classroom. Learn how to organize groups, build bridges, ask questions, arrange exhibits, and invite reflection in the creation of whole new - and successful - teaching/learning designs. A major new work for students of teaching, teachers, administrators, and parents who want to know how to apply constructivist learning theory in the classroom.

Developing situations -- Organizing groupings -- Building bridges -- Asking questions -- Arranging exhibits -- Inviting reflections -- Productive assessment: not just a closing activity -- Conclusion: teaching learning designs.