Constructivism is a theory where students
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study a variety of dissimilar samples and draw a well-founded conclusion
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are facilitated by the teacher and use a variety of media to research and create their own theories
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form their own understanding and knowledge of the world through experiencing things and reflecting on those experiences
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construct their own learning aids thereby gaining hands-on experience
Constructivism is a learning theory where students actively construct their own understanding and knowledge through experiencing things and reflecting on those experiences. Rather than passively receiving information from teachers or textbooks, learners build meaning by connecting new information with their existing understanding. Option C captures this essence perfectly - students form understanding through experience and reflection. Options A and D describe more traditional or hands-on approaches but don't capture the core constructivist principle of knowledge construction through reflection.