Learning-by-doing
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Learning by doing refers to a theory of education. This theory has been notably expounded by American philosopher John Dewey and Brazilian pedagogue Paulo Freire. It is a hands-on approach to learning, which facilitates active engagement with their lived environment through experiential activities and social learning practices.[1] In his seminal Pedagogy of the Oppressed, Freire highlighted the role of experience and action in the development of critical consciousness and praxis.[2] Dewey introduced the principles of this education philosophy in Experience and Education and Democracy and Education, as well as by establishing the University of Chicago Laboratory School.[3] His views have been important in spreading awareness around the teaching and learning practices of progressive education. For instance, the learn-by-doing theory was adopted by Richard DuFour and applied to the development of professional learning communities.[4] The American economist and mathematician Kenneth Arrow further argued that technological advancements and improvements in productivity are not solely a result of formal research and development activities but also occur through cumulative learning from practical experience.[5]
The phrase "Learn by Doing" is the motto and instructional pedagogy of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo.
See also
- 4-H
- Active learning
- Experiential learning
- Project-based learning
- Procedural knowledge
- Trial and error
- Vocational education
References
- ^ "John Dewey on Education: Impact & Theory". Study.com. March 23, 2018. Retrieved 27 August 2019.
- ^ Freire, Paulo (1982). Creating Alternative Research Methods: Learning to Do It by Doing It. Toronto: In Hall, B., Gillette, A. & Tandon, R. (eds.) Creating Knowledge: A Monopoly? Participatory Research in Development. Participatory Research Network, Toronto. pp. 29–37.
- ^ "D is for John Dewey: His Approach To Education".
- ^ DuFour, Richard; Rebecca DuFour; Robert Eaker; Thomas W. Many; Mike Mattos (2016). Learning by Doing: A Handbook for Professional Learning Communities at Work (Third ed.). Bloomington, IN: Solution Tree.
- ^ Arrow, Kenneth (1962). "The Economic Implications of Learning by Doing". The Review of Economic Studies. 29 (3): 155 – via JSTOR.