Child-centred & Active Learning
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Under John Dewey's Progressive Education and Experiential Learning Theory, the fundamental concept of 'Learning by Doing' defines a student-centered and practical educational philosophy where learners actively construct meaningful knowledge through direct experiences, practical activities, group projects, and real-world problem solving rather than passive listening or rote memorization. Regarding the psychological implications of this concept and its scientific implementation for fostering critical thinking, democratic values, and practical problem-solving in classroom teaching, which of the following statements is the most authentic and scientifically valid?
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John Dewey's theory of 'Learning by Doing' is the cornerstone of progressive education. According to this theory, learning is most effective when students actively participate in activities, experiments, and social interactions.
- Active Participation: Students do not passively receive information; instead, they construct knowledge through hands-on experiences.
- Holistic Development: It provides opportunities for students to connect theoretical knowledge to real-life situations, develop critical thinking, and internalize democratic values.
- Scientific Validity: Option (c) correctly aligns with Dewey's philosophy by emphasizing critical thinking, practical capability, and problem-solving skills through experiential learning.
Options (a), (b), and (c) describe traditional or teacher-centric methods which run contrary to Dewey's progressive ideals.
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