An Overview
Pedagogy might sound like a complicated concept, but put simply, it’s just the method and practice of teaching in general, especially in relation to academic subjects or theoretical concepts. Pedagogy can refer to all levels of teaching, from Early years, primary, and all the way up to higher education.
When it comes to the fundamentals of Pedagogy, there are five different approaches to consider. Each of these approaches are usually placed on a spectrum from teacher-focused to learner-focused pedagogy. As the names suggest, teacher-focused pedagogy revolves around teachers, putting them at the center of the learning process, while learner-focused pedagogy is centered around learners playing an active role in the learning process.
The most effective pedagogies encompass a range of teaching techniques, including a detailed guide for teachers, structured and whole-class group work, guided learning, assessment practice and individual activity. These pedagogies focus on improving higher-order thinking and meta-cognition and make good use of questioning and dialogue.
What Research Says
Research shows that students consistently construct their own understanding based on prior knowledge and experiences as well as through interactions with their peers and teachers. Pedagogy therefore gives teachers insight into the best practices for a classroom setting while allowing them to understand students’ learning styles so they can tailor lessons to suit these needs.
Tools that make this possible
Practice in Action
The most effective pedagogies encompass a range of teaching techniques, including a detailed guide, structured and whole-class group work, guided learning, assessment practice and individual activity. These pedagogies focus on improving higher order thinking and meta-cognition and make good use of questioning and dialogue in doing so.Â
I personally apply collaborative group work, integrative individual activities and constructive engagement.
Whatever learning environment we are operating in, investing in the development of sound classroom pedagogy is essential.
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