Pedagogical Approaches

The lesson on understanding the 7 pedagogical approaches was conducted based on using Jigsaw. Jigsaw is an interactive teaching method which allows for group learning. It is also good for teaching a large context based knowledge in a short period of time. Overall, all students has an enjoyable lesson at the same time learnt about the various pedagogical approaches well in depth.

What is Jigsaw?

Divide the topics into sections. In groups of three, assign number one to seven to all students. In the "home" groups of seven , allocate a section to each student, and then regroup them into "expert" groups consisting of the same number of members. "Expert groups" refer to groups that have the first hand information of a topic in cooperative learning. In these groups. "expects" work together on their chosen area, then return to their original "home groups" to report back on their area of expertise.

The 7 pedagogical approaches are:

--Inquiry-Based Learning: pupils to question about the world around them and find resolutions to these questions

--Problem-Based Learning: learning starts with a problem that the learner wishes to solve

--Knowledge Building: a process of creation and continual improvement of ideas that contribute to the learning community

--Cognitive Apprenticeship: using this approach, pupils form a community of practice where they learn by modelling the experts

--Anchored Instruction: Learning activities is designed around a "anchor" (a focal point) which should be some sort of case-study or problem situation

--Project-Based Learning : pupils will be more involved in their learning through the creation of meaningful artefacts or products

--Case-Based Learning : students learn through examining cases, such as stories, events or phenomena

What is the Engaged Learning Model? A brief description...

What is Engaged Learning?

Engaged Learning is a process in which students or learners actively participate in the learning (i.e. both interdisciplinary and cross-disciplinary learning) which may involve the aid using technology (ICT). In an 'engaged learning' environment, schools from the very beginning, will involve students in many activities which includes the decision-making in their course work, creating classroom rules and other activities pertaining to learning. In addition, these students will also engaged actively in research, discussion and creation of projects in their learning process. With a steep learning curve involved, teachers now acts a "coach" or "faciliatator"; guiding students to their desired goals.