scholarly journals New ways of learning to fight fires? Learning processes and contradictions in distance and on-campus firefighter training in Sweden

2015 ◽  
Vol 31 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert Holmgren
Keyword(s):  
Learning Process ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Processes ◽  
Self Directed Learning ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Training Course ◽  
Learner Centered ◽  
Instructor Presence ◽  
Directed Learning ◽  
The Impact

<p class="Abstract">This article reports on findings from a comparative study on firefighter students' learning processes in a technology-supported distance training course and a traditional campus training course in Sweden. Based on student interviews and observations of exercises, the article aims to describe and analyse the impact on learning processes when exercise-oriented teaching takes place in a technology-supported learning environment instead of face to face on campus. Drawing on the concept of contradiction in activity theory, the findings indicate that distance students encounter several dilemmas and conflicts related to low instructor presence, ambiguities regarding learning requirements and division of labor, as well as shortcomings in the technologies offered. However, the distance students tend to develop strategies for dealing with these contradictions, resulting in the development of self-directed learning and more learner-centered approaches, while the campus students rely to a greater extent on traditional, instructor-centered teaching. During the 2-year training course, however, it appears the established norms and conventions of teaching and learning which characterise the campus mode, counteract changes in the distance mode. The technology-supported learning process with its focus on exercise preparation is thus gradually normalised in the direction of the campus mode, and its face -to-face, instructor-led and exercise-oriented learning process.</p>

Innovative Approaches in Teaching and Learning for Sciences

2018 ◽  
pp. 229-251 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lin Lin Chua ◽  
Adeline Yoke Yin Chia ◽  
Phelim Voon Chen Yong
Keyword(s):  
Blended Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Successful Implementation ◽  
Learning Tools ◽  
Self Directed Learning ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Learner Centered ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Directed Learning ◽  
Undergraduate Science

It is a challenging task to produce science graduates who are successful academically as well as competent in various life-long skills that are needed for a successful career. To innovate the learning process and promote skill development, students should be encouraged to practise self-directed learning via online learning materials and e-learning tools, in addition to attending the conventional face-to-face lectures. In this chapter, the importance of a shift in the teaching and learning paradigm from teacher-centered to learner-centered learning is highlighted. The methods and approaches behind a successful implementation of blended learning for undergraduate science programs are discussed. Various e-learning tools and appropriate e-learning activities that can promote the development of self-directed and collaborative learning are also described in detail.

ICT as a Catalyst in Problem-Based Learning Processes?

2013 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-14 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert Holmgren
Keyword(s):  
Time Perspective ◽  
Course Design ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Problem Based Learning ◽  
Learning Processes ◽  
Self Directed Learning ◽  
Teaching Culture ◽  
Directed Learning ◽  
Problem Solving Process ◽  
The Impact

This article focuses on the impact on learning processes when digital technologies are integrated into PBL (problem-based learning) oriented distance training. Based on socio-cultural perspectives on learning and a comparative distance-campus as well as a time-perspective, instructor and student roles, and learning activities were explored. Interviews with instructors and students were collected from the two study modes at the beginning and at the end of the training period. The results showed that online PBL, compared to campus-based PBL, evolved towards a more individual, real-life and literacy-oriented problem-solving process with supervising instructors and self-directed learning among students. The follow-up study in the latter part of the training showed that the extended technology integration resulted in both phases of dissemination and normalization. The development in online PBL affected both the course design and educational talks throughout the training. However, the prevailing teaching culture and educational deficiencies of new instructors contributed to a gradual normalization of the online PBL.

scholarly journals The Roles of Teacher and Students in Self-directed Learning Process Through Blended Problem-Based Learning

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (1-4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohd Mokhzani Ibrahim ◽  
Mohammad Yusof Arshad ◽  
Mohd Shafie Rosli ◽  
Nurbiha A.Shukor
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
21St Century ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Problem Based Learning ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Self Directed Learning ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Directed Learning ◽  
Learning Issues ◽  
Roles Of Teacher

Self-directed learning is an important skill highlighted in the 21st century learning. Hence, developing this skill through problem-based learning (PBL) is deemed to be potentially effective. However, PBL is still not widely implemented in Malaysian classrooms. The integration of face-to-face and online learning known as blended problem-based learning (BPBL) is potentially effective in improving PBL by enhancing teacher’s and students’ roles in self-directed learning. Thus, this research aims to investigate the roles of teacher and students in the process of self-directed learning (formulating learning issues) in BPBL by using basic qualitative approach. Data was collected from observations, interviews and documents (FILA chart). By using purposive sampling, twenty-five (25) students and a teacher from a school in Johor district were selected as the sample. The students were divided into five groups. The teacher and students’ roles in two randomly selected groups were compared. The results indicated that the teacher faced difficulties in monitoring students’ progress and some students were passive in the BPBL. 

scholarly journals THE USE OF ICT IN THE LEARNING OF ORAL INTERACTION

2020 ◽  
pp. 137-149
Keyword(s):  
Creative Thinking ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Processes ◽  
Self Directed Learning ◽  
Self Confidence ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Education Industry ◽  
Directed Learning ◽  
Ict Tools ◽  
Oral Interaction

Advancements in the world of technology has certainly left positive impacts on the education industry. There have been many progressive changes in the way teaching and learning processes are delivered in classrooms. Research have shown that the effective of use of technology do produce commendable impacts on the learning processes that take place in class. The extensive use of technology offers variety of options for learning as well as it encourages self-directed learning. These in turn helps to inculcate the intrinsic motivation of learning and self-confidence among the students. As a result, these positive developments facilitates the drive towards the 21st Century skills which are highly demanded to be instilled in the hearts and minds of the students. In this research paper, we are attempting to adopt the approach of ‘Rembat Pendapat’ (Bash Your Comments) using various ICT tools as platforms and as an interesting alternative approach to deliver the teaching and learning processes of good and critical communication skills. The findings of the research on this teaching and learning approach have shown that students do benefit to a great extent of this learning journey as it facilitated effectively the process of critical and creative thinking among them in understanding the various cultural and societal issues that were used as basis of discussions in the teaching processes

scholarly journals The impact of modern technology in the teaching and learning process

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 168-173
Author(s):  
Siyamoy Ghory ◽  
Hamayoon Ghafory
Keyword(s):  
Learning Process ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Modern Technology ◽  
Learning Processes ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Teaching Techniques ◽  
Essential Component ◽  
Integration Of Technology ◽  
The Impact

The advancement of technology has had an influence on every part of our lives, from banking to the way we connect with one another. Indeed, technology has become an essential component of sustaining civilization, and its incorporation into education is consequently unavoidable. Technology not only gives students access to a plethora of online materials, but it also helps them study. The majority of colleges and educational institutions have already begun to use technology into their teaching techniques. This paper provides in-depth on the effect and impact of the modern technology in the teaching and learning process through reviewing various secondary data. Education has been transformed by technological advancements. The significance of technology in classrooms cannot be overstated. Indeed, the introduction of computers into education has made it simpler for instructors to transfer information and for pupils to retrieve it. The integration of technology into education ecosystem has made the and learning processes more entertaining.

scholarly journals MAXIMAZING TEACHER ROLES IN SHAPING SELF-DIRECTED LEARNERS

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 289
Author(s):  
Indah Windra Dwie Agustiani
Keyword(s):  
Learning Strategies ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Executive Control ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Activities ◽  
Language Models ◽  
Teacher Roles ◽  
Self Directed Learning ◽  
Directed Learning ◽  
Teaching Learning

This paper attempts to offer some efforts that can be applied or employed by teachers  in teaching learning activities to shape self-directed learners. It encompasses some theories about roles of teachers, roles of learners, the definition and characteristics of self-directed learners,the advantages of self-directed learning, and some possible tips of shaping self-directed learners. Some roles of teachers  are discussed in this paper to highlight that  teachers do not only teach and give some materials to be learned by their  learners but have great tasks, like  to be  a monitor of students learning, motivator, organizer, and controller of pupil behaviour,provider of accurate language models,counselor and friend, needs analyst,material developer, and evaluator (Richard :1990:4). Hence, a teacher must encourage learners to take on greater degree of responsibility for their own successful learning (Hedge, 2000:34) and a teacher must motivate and help the learners to gain and develop the executive control of their  learning strategies especially metacognitive strategies to teach them how to learn (Joyce,etal:  2009:16).Thus, some roles of learners become important to be included in this paper to assert that the burden of learning cannot be merely puored on the teacher but the learners  have some roles need to be contemplated for the success of teaching and learning.  Therefore, the integration of teacher - learner  awareness toward their roles in teaching learning process can be effectively shaped to generate self-directed learners.

Self-Directed Learning

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 44-54
Author(s):  
Jeannine Kranzow ◽  
T. Scott Bledsoe
Keyword(s):  
Professional Growth ◽  
Course Delivery ◽  
Degree Programs ◽  
Personal Agency ◽  
Self Directed Learning ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
College Curriculum ◽  
Directed Learning ◽  
Graduate Student Success ◽  
The Impact

Self-directed learning (SDL), while essential to graduate student success and continued professional development beyond the degree, is rarely addressed intentionally in the college curriculum. In this mixed-method study with 91 participants from two counseling-related degree programs, researchers examined the impact of integrating a unit focused on SDL. Students in both online and face-to-face courses reported their learning and experiences with the topic. Findings suggest that intentionally exposing students to SDL allows them to understand the concept and grow in awareness of its importance. Similar gains were reported regardless of course delivery format. Student perspectives discussed include student appreciation of the process of collaboration for professional growth, student understanding of the centrality of SDL for ongoing development, and student motivation to utilize SDL with those they work with in order to and expand personal agency.

scholarly journals Impact of E-Learning on Learning Mandarin in Elementary Schools During Covid-19

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 19-24
Author(s):  
Yi Ying ◽  
Paulina Paulina ◽  
Yorika Rovemia Mulyadani ◽  
Krystl Marie O. Lim
Keyword(s):  
Elementary School ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Methods ◽  
Good Communication ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
E Learning ◽  
The Right ◽  
The Impact

In the teaching and learning process, the roles of teachers and students will be balanced if there is good communication between them. However, learning methods from face-to-face to e-learning suddenly prompt the teachers to look for various alternatives to convey the material due to COVID-19 pandemic. The research analyzes the impact of COVID-19 on the learning process, especially Mandarin, in an elementary school. The research uses a descriptive-analytical method with questionnaires. The questionnaires are filled out by 34 students from the fifth grade in Bina Kusuma Elementary School, Jakarta. The research finds the positive impacts of elearning in the school regarding Mandarin learning. First, the subject is more interesting and easier to understand. Second, students can learn the right notes and pronunciation independently. Third, using WhatsApp and Zoom can help students recall previously learned vocabulary. Fourth, students can learn new vocabulary independently. Fifth, e-learning can motivate students to learn and gain experience from new learning methods. Sixth, students can manage their time in learning, so they become more independent. Last, students can study anywhere and anytime without time and space limits. However, the weakness of e-learning is the speed of the internet. It affects the students in obtaining the provided subject by the teachers.

Analisis Keefektivitasan Pemanfaatan E-Learning Sebagai Media Pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam Pada Masa Pandemi Corona (Covid-19)

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (10) ◽  
pp. 875-894
Author(s):  
Yeni Yuliana
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Religious Education ◽  
Computer Technology ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Quality Standards ◽  
Internet Technology ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
E Learning

Abstract The internet can be made as a way to transfer knowledge from lecturers to students, while Learning that utilizes the internet is one of the E-Learning Learning media. E-learning is distance learning that utilizes computer technology or computer networks or the Internet E-learning, so that it can enable the learning process through computers in their respective places without having to physically go to attend classes or lectures in class, Systems e-learning learning is a new way of teaching and learning. E-learning as a special learning media PAI courses provide a very important role and a large function in the course because so far there are many shortcomings and weaknesses such as the limitations of space and time in the teaching and learning process through E-learning which prioritizes the efficiency of learning so students get full teaching even though they do not have to be face to face, can also be accessed anywhere, anytime, according to the assignments given by the lecturer usually scheduled with a specified deadline. The development of education towards e-learning is a must so that the quality standards of education can be improved, E-learning is one of the uses of internet technology in the delivery of learning and its broad reach. E-learning can also be an answer to a health problem that is Pandemic Corona (Covid-19) which is very influential also in every aspect of life, especially in education.Keywords: Effectiveness, Utilization, Islamic Religious Education, E-Learning, Covid 19. Abstrak Internet dapat dijadikan cara untuk mentransfer ilmu pengetahuan dari Dosen kepada mahasiswa/mahasiswi. Adapun Pembelajaran yang memanfaatkan internet salah satunya adalah media pembelajaran E-Learning. E-learning adalah pembelajaran jarak jauh (distance learning) yang memanfaatkan  teknologi komputer atau jaringan komputer atau internet E-learning, sehingga dapat  memungkinkan proses pembelajaran melalui komputer di tempat mereka  masing– masing tanpa harus secara fisik  pergi  mengikuti pelajaran atau pun  perkuliahan di kelas,  Sistem pembelajaran e-learning adalah cara baru dalam proses belajar mengajar. E-learning  sebagai   media pembelajaran khususnya mata kuliah PAI memberikan  peran   sangat   penting  dan fungsi yang besar pada mata kuliah tersebut karena selama  ini terdapat banyak  kekurangan  dan kelemahan seperti keterbatasan ruang dan waktu dalam  proses belajar  mengajar melalui E-learning yang  mengedepankan keefisienan dalam belajar sehingga  mahasiswa mendapat pengajaran yang penuh meski tidak harus bertatap muka, juga bisa di akses di mana saja, kapan saja,  sesuai dengan tugas yang diberikan oleh dosen biasanya terjadwal dengan  batas  waktu  yang  di tentukan. Pengembangan  pendidikan menuju e-learning merupakan suatu keharusan agar standar mutu pendidikan dapat ditingkatkan,  E-learning merupakan salah satu penggunaan teknologi internet dalam penyampaian  pembelajaran  serta  jangkauannya yang luas. E-learning  juga dapat menjadi jawaban dari suatu permasalahan kesehatan yaitu Pandemi Corona (Covid-19) ini yang sangat berpengaruh juga pada setiap aspek kehidupan terutama bidang pendidikan.Kata kunci  :  Keefektifitas, Pemanfaatan, Pendidikan Agama Islam,  E-Learning, Covid 19.  

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