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Real-World Teaching: From Concrete to Abstract

21 Apr 2023, Fri

According to John Dewey (1910), the renowned American philosopher and educational theorist, learning is made meaningful when the instructor begins with concrete examples contextualised in students’ realm of experience and gradually moves towards abstract concepts. This enables students to connect the dots between what they already know and the new concepts they’re learning. By doing this, educators can make learning

Pedagogy in Practice

Bringing Lessons to Life: How Storytelling Transforms Pedagogy

14 Apr 2023, Fri

Have you ever considered the power of storytelling in your pedagogy? Storytelling can be a powerful tool to engage students, enhance learning, and make difficult concepts more accessible. When we use stories to illustrate a point, students are more likely to remember the information and understand its relevance. Stories also help to create an emotional connection between the student and

Pedagogy in Practice