Constructing a philosophy: prospective teachers’ opinions about constructivism

AbstractThe purpose of this study was to ascertain whether the views of primary and elementary school prospective teachers related to constructivist approach based on their field of study and GPA. A descriptive methodology was used. This sample included 90 prospective teachers in the departments, Elementary Science Education, Elementary Mathematics Education, and Primary School Education at Eskişehir Osmangazi University. Frequencies, means, t-test and ANOVA were used. Result indicated that the views of prospective teachers about constructivist approach were generally positive. Also, the views of prospective teachers differ based on department and GPA