Understanding Pedagogy: The Art of Teaching

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Which term refers to the 'art, science, or profession of teaching' according to Merriam-Webster?

Pedagogy

What do the Greek words 'paidos' and 'agogos' mean in relation to pedagogy?

Child and leader

In a teacher-centered pedagogy, who is at the center of the learning process?

Teachers

What is the main focus of a student-centered pedagogy?

<p>Learners playing an active role in the learning process</p> Signup and view all the answers

How has conventional pedagogy evolved recently in response to COVID-19?

<p>Including other modalities like online teaching</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the broad sense meaning of the term 'philosophy'?

<p>Love of wisdom</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does having a philosophy of education benefit educators?

<p>It helps outline specific ways to facilitate student learning</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect does a teaching philosophy primarily address?

<p>The 'why' behind teaching and learning processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can teaching philosophies benefit experienced teachers?

<p>They assist in evaluating teaching methods</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role can a teaching statement play in an educator's career development?

<p>It helps direct instructional decisions and facilitate growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Pedagogy

  • Pedagogy is the art, science, or profession of teaching, covering various aspects of teaching, including teaching styles, feedback, and assessment.
  • It originates from the Greek words 'paidos' (child) and 'agogos' (leader), referring to the study of different teaching methods.
  • Pedagogy is the development of an educational process that helps learners gain knowledge.

Traditional Pedagogy

  • Refers predominantly to the face-to-face teaching environment and the conceptual frameworks around how people learn in that particular space.
  • Has evolved to include other modalities, such as the online environment, due to COVID-19.

Pedagogical Approaches

  • Teacher-centered pedagogy: revolves around teachers, putting them at the center of the learning process.
  • Student-centered pedagogy: centered around learners playing an active role in the learning process.

Specific Pedagogical Approaches

  • Constructivist Approach: students create their own understanding of the world around them through experiences and previous knowledge.
  • Collaborative Approach: emphasizes collaborative learning, where students work together to gain a greater understanding of the information presented.
  • Reflective Approach: focuses on analyzing teaching practices, encouraging thinking about teaching practices to improve learning processes.
  • Integrative Approach: provides students with an environment to make connections between topics and subjects.
  • Inquiry-Based Approach: encourages students to engage in exploration, investigation, research, and study, promoting critical thinking.

Philosophy of Education

  • A philosophy of education outlines the specific ways an educator wants to facilitate student learning.
  • It helps educators evaluate their methods and direct their instructional decisions.
  • A teaching philosophy is developed from core values, attitudes, beliefs, ideologies, and experiences.
  • The purpose of developing a philosophy of education is to guide instructional decisions and change educational approaches as educators learn and grow.

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