PSY 331 Week 2 Assignment

Understanding a Constructivist
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PSY 331 Week 2 Assignment Understanding a Constructivist

Understanding a Constructivist. Prior to beginning this assignment, please review all the required readings,
videos, and any relevant Instructor Guidance. It is suggested that you review the recommended resources for
this week as a number of them may assist you in creating this written assignment.
You have been introduced to behaviorism, cognitivism, and constructivism. To further expand your knowledge
and understanding of constructivism and its theoretical components, you will research and write about one of
the prominent constructivists listed below based on the first letter of your last name. Please look over the list to
find the constructivist who corresponds with the first letter of your last name:

Last name begins with A-C: John Dewey (18591952)

Last name begins with D-E: Maria Montessori (18701952)

Last name begins with F-G: Lev Vygotsky (18961934)

Last name begins with H-J: Jean Piaget (18961980)

Last name begins with K-L: Heinz von Foerster (19112002)

Last name begins with M-O: Ernst von Glasersfeld (19172010)

Last name begins with P-R: Paul Watzlawick (19212007)

Last name begins with S-T: Edgar Morin (1921)

Last name begins with U-V: Humberto Maturana (1928)

Last name begins with W-Z: David A. Kolb (1939)

Create the following headings and subheadings in your paper to indicate the organization of your information.

Researchers Biography/Background
Under this heading you will provide the important historical perspectives of your subjects life and work
and how these influenced his/her work in this field. Information on the subjects personal and professional
background should be logically presented.

Researchers Theoretical Perspectives

Under this heading you will describe the theoretical perspectives and other major concepts pioneered or
promoted by your subject.

o ExperimentsandFindings
Under this subheading you will provide a thorough summary of at least two empirical research projects
your subject performed including the empirical findings of the research.
o HistoricalTrends
Under this subheading you will provide information on the trends which lead to your subjects line of
research.
o NotableCharacteristics
Under this subheading you will provide information about the cognitivist and his/her line of research and
how it exemplifies the cognitivist constructs.
Apply basic research methods in psychology to your paper by accessing the Ashford University Library
and researching at least three appropriate peer-reviewed articles. Be sure to use these sources to support
your statements within the paper. Cite your sources according to APA style, but do not directly quote them
within your paper.
Writing the Understanding a Constructivist Paper
The paper:
1.

Must be three to four double-spaced pages in length and formatted according to APA style as
outlined in
the Ashford Writing Center.

2.

Must include a title page with the following:

1.

Title of paper

2.

Students name
c. Course name and number
4.

Instructors name

5.

Date submitted

4.

Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis

statement.

5.

Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought. For assistance with
the critical thinking portion

of the written assignment, please see the information included on the Critical Thinking
Community
website.
6.

Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.

7.

Must use at least three scholarly sources from the Ashford University Library.

8.

Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing
Center.

9.

Must include a separate reference page that is formatted according to APA

style as outlined in the
Ashford Writing Center.