Learning can take place at any time and in any location. It is the process of developing new abilities, knowledge, comprehension, and values. This means that it is the basis for long-term wisdom and a desire for continuous growth.
Learning is evident in an educational setting whenever a learner changes or improves his academic performance. It is essential for a student’s personal and professional development. This opens numerous opportunities to broaden one’s horizons and realize one’s full potential.
Traditionally, students learn by listening, reading, and writing. These are the most common methods for teaching young minds. It is sufficient for them to simply sit for a long period while the teacher is speaking.
However, modern learners must be more involved in the learning process. They must acquire the skills required for lifelong learning as 21st-century learners to be able to compete globally. The 4cs are among the skills highlighted.
Collaboration refers to the practice of learning in small groups. Pupils will be divided into groups of four to five to complete specific tasks and learn from each other.
Critical thinking helps students train their minds to analyze and evaluate situations. Furthermore, it is commonly used in meaningful discussions in which learners are asked to respond to open-ended questions that significantly develop higher-order thinking skills.
One of the relevant skills that will fuel the future is creativity. Instead of teaching children what to think, this encourages them to think outside the box and process how to solve problems.
Communication in the twenty-first-century classroom allows students to reflect and communicate with teachers, other students, and mentors, opening a whole new world of standards and related learning opportunities.
If all these new teaching strategies are properly implemented, they will have long-term effects on students.
As Kurt Lewin stated, ” When learning is active rather than passive, it is more effective.”
By: JOHANNA C. MAGPOC|Teacher III|Cataning Integrated School|Balanga City,Bataan
