Under child-centric education, following a constructivist approach in the teaching-learning process, how should a teacher assess students' prior knowledge, and how does it aid in knowledge construction within the classroom?

Correct Answer: B

According to the Constructivist Approach, knowledge is actively constructed by the learner based on their own experiences and prior knowledge.

• Option (b) is the most appropriate because it values students' real-life experiences and informal discussions, allowing the teacher to understand their existing mental frameworks (schemata) and connect new knowledge meaningfully.
• Child-centric education emphasizes active learner participation rather than rote memorization or ignoring prior knowledge in the name of discipline.