Answer to Question #272474 in Math for Sam

Question

Discuss Theories of teaching mathematics, for example constructivism and behaviourism.

Answer 1

A type of social constructivism that applies specifically to mathematics education maintains that mathematics should be taught emphasizing problem solving; that interaction should take place (a) between teacher and students and (b) among students themselves; and that students should be encouraged to create their own examples.

The behaviorist approach to mathematics focuses on route memorization, call and response, and drills. In the behaviorist view, knowing is an organized accumulation of associations and components of skills. Learning is the process in which association and skills are acquired.