Child-centred & Active Learning
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Under John Dewey's 'Progressive Education Theory' and 'Experiential Learning', a central concept is 'Learning by Doing'. This active pedagogical approach defines education where students do not merely act as passive listeners, but directly engage in real-life problems and hands-on activities, constructing knowledge through the scientific method and problem-solving. Regarding its psychological implications for classroom teaching, critical thinking, practical knowledge, and democratic values, which of the following statements is most scientifically valid?
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John Dewey's concept of 'Learning by Doing' forms the backbone of Progressive Education and is closely aligned with Constructivism.
Key Principles:
- Active Knowledge Construction: Students build knowledge through direct experiences rather than passive absorption.
- Practical Engagement: Integrating hands-on activities and problem-solving fosters critical thinking and logical reasoning.
Therefore, option (c) is the most scientifically accurate statement regarding experiential learning.
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