Happiness lessons in schools… removing GCSE / CBSE /IGCSE oral language examinations because they are too stressful… are these political gimmicks from central government, or responses to a real issue regarding the emotional health of children and young people? What is certain is that the results of tests and examinations Read more…
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There are various models in which reflective practice can be developed from. These include Gibbs reflective cycle – Description, feelings, evaluation, analysis, conclusion and action plan. This model helps the learner make sense of their experiences and enables them to evaluate those experiences and adapt behaviours as required. This is Read more…
Reflective practice is a means of developing self-awareness relating to performance and behavioural change, enabling growth and development (Osterman 1993). For most, reflexive practice is a skill that has to be learnt. There are various theories and models that analyse reflexive practice. Experiential learning (e.g. Piaget) is the theory relating Read more…
Traditional more academic courses would benefit from a mixture of both objective and process based models. The linear model is appropriate in this instance especially if there is an exam or test at the end of the course. As for success/ a pass in the subject then clearly defined objectives Read more…
A curriculum is a plan for learning to achieve specific goals. These pans can take various forms. There are 3 different curriculum models Linear – all learning is defined in terms of what learners should be able to do at the end of the course. Its focus is on learning Read more…
The various models relating to assessment can assist in the development and application of assessments. As has been noted there are various factors that will influence the particular assessments that are used. The actual role of the assessment will also influence these assessment type selected, so pre assessments are to Read more…
Assessments are either Initial/ diagnostic – Occurs before teaching begins to identify learner’s current knowledge, skill sets and capabilities. Knowing learners’ strengths and weaknesses assists with effective lesson planning and how to teach it. Types of Assessments include Pre-tests i.e. current abilities Self-assessments Interviews The advantages are that it enables Read more…
Transaction Model Interactive model Sender and receiver both play equally important role in communication Non-verbal feedback like gestures, body language, is also considered as feedback in this model. Transaction Model is a two way process. This model is more interactive because there is a collaborative exchange of messages between communicators. Read more…
Models of Learning Preference Advantages Disadvantages kinesthetic learn by doing. Hands-on activities and real-life experiences help them remember. If you want a kinaesthetic learner to come to your house, the simplest way is to take him or her there yourself or get someone else to do so. Another way to Read more…