We teach effectively when we consider how learning takes place as stated in these principles of learning.

• Only the learner can learn for himself. It is wise to make him/her do the learning activity himself/herself.
• Learning is discovering the meaning and relevance of ideas. Let’s relate what we teach to the life experiences and needs of the learners.
• Learning (behavioral change) comes as result of experience. Let us make learners go through the experience of learning, if feasible. If not, learning from the other people’s experiences as recorded in history will suffice.
• Cooperative and collaborative learning and enabling. Let us use more collaborative and cooperative approaches in the classroom.
• Learning does not take place overnight. Like the process of evolution, it is gradual. Let us be patient. Learning takes time.
• Learning poses inconvenience, discomfort, giving up our old ways of thinking and doing things because something new is far better.
• Very much forgotten is the fact that the learner is one of the richest resources of learning. Consult him/her.

Learning is not only a cerebral process. It is not only thinking but also feeling. It involves the heart. In fact learning takes place best when our hearts are stricken.

No two individuals learn in the same way. Each person has a unique way of learning. Let us impose our way of learning on others. Let us give considerations to multiple intelligences and varied learning styles.

By: Rose Angel Pacheco | T-I | Limay National High School