Active Learning and 21st-Century Skills
Active learning is crucial for student development. In this process, they work simultaneously on knowledge objectives and essential skills such as self-regulation and collaboration. The teacher's role is coaching and guiding, where targeted feedback is a powerful tool to improve performance.
Content and Focus of the Learning Material
This learning material provides (future) teachers with insight into the principles of active learning and offers practical tools for organization and guidance. Special attention is given to:
- giving effective feedback,
- stimulating independence (self-regulation),
- promoting collaboration among students.
Theory and Practice Combined
The publication contains a clear theoretical foundation, recent research insights, and numerous practical examples and tips. This approach has been endorsed by the National Steering Committee for Educational Research. In addition, the website features unique video material, checklists, source lists, and teacher materials.
Target Audience and Application Area
The learning material is developed for pabo students and for primary school teachers who want to improve their guidance of active learning. There is specific attention to the development of self-regulation and collaboration.
Authors
Linda van den Bergh is a lector at Fontys OSO, with a background as a teacher and remedial teacher in primary education. She earned her PhD on feedback during active learning. Anje Ros is a lector at Fontys University of Applied Sciences Child and Education, with a degree in educational sciences and a PhD on collaborative learning.
Language: Dutch
Suitable for: Primary Education, Pabo, Professional Development
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