UČENJE U MUZEJU U SVETLU KONSTRUKTIVISTIČKE TEORIJSKE OSNOVE
LEARNING IN A MUSEUM IN LIGHT OF CONSTRUCTIVIST THEORETICAL

Summary/Abstract: The paper starts from the viewpoint that museums have a significant potential for learning. More recently, the impact of constructivist theory on the museum is significant, which is particularly reflected in the field of educational work. In this context, the text analyzes theoretically the constructivist approach to education and learning in the museum. The aim of the paper is to consider possibilities and significance of the constructivism application in educational work and the learning process in the museum. Firstly, the key points of constructivism are being examined, giving an overview of experience-based theories that have left a significant mark in the educational practice of the museum. Also, there are presented the research findings on the effects of the constructivist theory application in the educational work of the museum. It is concluded that the application of constructivism as the theoretical basis of educational work in museums brings significant pedagogical incentives: the museum adapts to the needs and interests of visitors, museum experiences are approaching and connecting with everyday life, the contents are exposed in an interesting way, thus providing the authentic learning experiences.

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