Transforming Traditional Learning Structures
Education
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With progression comes improvement; this is true for every aspect of life, especially in the learning process. Since the beginning of time, the main purpose of education is to impart knowledge to individuals through a medium. However, with time, the process of imparting knowledge was questioned leading to the development of new techniques in the field of education.
In this article, we shall be talking about the difference between the traditional methods of learning and modern methods of learning, along with discussing some popular approaches to move beyond traditional methods of learning.
Traditional Methods of Learning vs. Modern Methods of Learning
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Traditional Methods of Learning |
Modern Methods of Learning |
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Traditional methods of education follow a teacher-centric approach |
Modern methods of education follow a student-centric approach |
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It involves the transfer of knowledge/information from a single source/one-way transfer |
It involves the transfer of knowledge/information from multiple sources/multi-way transfer |
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It involves limited or no use of technology |
It utilizes technology to enhance learning and create an interactive atmosphere |
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In this approach, students learn through memorization skills |
In this approach, students learn by participating in activities like hands-on learning, progressive learning, etc. |
Popular Approaches to Move Beyond Traditional Methods of Learning
- Progressive Learning: Progressive learning is an approach that emphasizes thinking beyond the classroom walls and avoiding rote memorization. Children learn concepts solely by understanding and approaching ideas by expanding their conceptual knowledge.
- Experiential Learning: Experiential learning is simply learning by doing. This involves participation in practical experience. For example: leveraging chemistry labs to teach chemical reactions rather than simply using blackboard and chalks. Experiential learning also known as Activity-based learning prioritizes the student's active engagement and involvement by promoting student-centric learning
Recommended: Activity-based Learning in 21st Century Schooling Environment
- Skill-based Learning: Skill-based learning places emphasis on acquiring specific skills and competencies applicable to real-world scenarios rather than merely memorizing facts or theoretical knowledge. For example: skill-based learning may include project-based learning where students work collaboratively developing skills like teamwork, problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity.
- Socio-Emotional Learning: Social-emotional learning aims to develop self-awareness, social awareness, self-management, relational skills, and capable decision-making. Such an approach has gained more relevance in today’s world in children's development because it enables them to understand their emotions, and successfully control them.
- Smart Learning: Smart learning can be defined as a form of education in the digital age. Smart learning is a contemporary approach to education that makes use of technology like smart classes to make learning engaging and fun. Sometimes referred to as e-learning or digital learning, this approach has gained owing to its nature of flexibility and cost-effectiveness.
Off late, online learning has become synonymous with modern learning. Seeing a steady rise since the COVID-19 pandemic, the global e-learning market is now expected to grow around 12% in the window from 2020 to 2027- that says a lot about the prevalence of e-learning as a modern tool of education. Schools such as The Class of One have well-utilised the e-learning scenario in India to provide the best for students.
Launched in 2021, The Class of One is a completely online school affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education as well as the Cambridge Board. The school offers admission from Nursery through Class 10, allowing students access to a number of co-scholastic activities as well.
Created with a drive to move learning beyond the traditional learning structures, The Class of One can rightly be termed as a school of the future. The innovative teaching methods of the school, coupled with the superior Oxford Advantage curriculum expose students to an efficient learning process.
Moreover, The Class of One enables its students to:
- Acquire a greater comprehension of challenging ideas
- Develop your ability to think critically and solve problems
- Develop into self-assured, independent learners
- Accept and capitalize on their distinct learning style
Conclusion
In conclusion, modernity has made its pathway to seep into society all the way, the necessity for almost every sphere to progress further makes it essential for the educational aspect to take new leaps and introduce new and unconventional methods of learning and teaching as to as to meet the competitive nature of the world; to prepare students to do and excel in everything that they do. Therefore, moving beyond the traditional methods of learning is an important topic to discuss.
