Which of the following are explanations of the pedagogical dilemmas of a teacher in the practice of constructivism? Choose the correct answer from the options given below.
1.Developing a more in-depth knowledge of the subject matter
2.Managing ideas for discussion and participatory work in the classroom
3.Respecting students' efforts to think for themselves while remaining faithful to accepted thematic ideas
4.Mastering the art of facilitation
5.Confronting issues of accountability with various stakeholders in the school community
A1, 2, 3 and 4 only ✓ Correct
B4 and 5 only
C1, 2 and 3 only
D2, 3 and 5 only
Correct answer: (A) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
Explanation
The teacher's dilemmas in constructivism cover deepening subject knowledge, managing ideas for discussion, respecting student thinking, and mastering facilitation.
Deepening subject-matter knowledge (1) challenges the constructivist teacher.
Managing ideas for discussion and participatory work (2) is a classroom dilemma.
Respecting students' own thinking while staying faithful to accepted ideas (3) is a core tension.
Mastering the art of facilitation (4) is central to the constructivist role.
Confronting accountability with school stakeholders (5) is an administrative concern, outside these pedagogical dilemmas.
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