Constructivist teachers use raw data and primary sources, along with manipulative, interactive, and physical materials. Constructivist teachers inquire about students' understanding of concepts before sharing their own understandings of those concepts. Constructivist teachers encourage students to engage in dialogue, both with the teacher and with one another. Constructivist teachers encourage student inquiry by asking thoughtful, open-ended questions and encouraging students to ask questions of each other. Constructivist teachers allow wait time after posing questions.
Constructivist teachers provide time for students to construct relationships and create metaphors.