Active Learning Strategies for EFL Learners 2024 PDF

Tanta University Faculty of Education Department of Curriculum& Instruction Active Learning Strategies for EFL Learners Level Two 1st Term By Al-Shaimaa Mahmoud Al-Rashidy...

Tanta University Faculty of Education Department of Curriculum& Instruction Active Learning Strategies for EFL Learners Level Two 1st Term By Al-Shaimaa Mahmoud Al-Rashidy Lecturer of TEFL Tanta University 2024  Chapter One Introduction to Active Learning Strategies Page 17  Active learning is one of the Characteristics of Effective Learning The child is involved and concentrating: Able to focus on an activity for a period of time, Shows high levels of energy and fascination, Not easily distracted, Pays attention to details.  Active learning is one of the Characteristics of Effective Learning The child keeps on trying: Persists with an activity, even when challenges occur, Shows a belief that a different approach or using more effort will work better, Bounces back and tries again after difficulties.  Active learning is one of the Characteristics of Effective Learning The child enjoys achieving what was set out to do: Shows satisfaction when they meet their own goals, Can be proud of their methods of accomplishment, not just the end result, Enjoys meeting challenges for their own satisfaction, not just for prizes or praise. The Importance of Play: Examples of Active Learning in Early Years Building blocks: Playing with building blocks is great for helping children identify spatial relationships, relative size, weight and balance, and developing problem- solving skills. They do not have to be engaged in an adult-led activity to learn about these mathematical concepts, they learn them through trial and error when playing with blocks The Importance of Play: Examples of Active Learning in Early Years Role-play: Imaginative role-play helps children develop communication skills and practice storytelling and developing human interaction skills such as an understanding of empathy. Allowing children to lead such activities encourages creativity and can help them to be engaged in their own skill development. The Importance of Play: Examples of Active Learning in Early Years Craft activities: Crafts help early years children develop fine motor skills and, depending on the activity, can also bring in many other skill areas. For example, making a string of beads can turn into an activity where children learn about repeating patterns, or make classifications according to weight, shape, or color. Adapting active learning activities: Let children choose their own activity Engage their own five senses Enhance your storytelling with props Adapting active learning activities: Use scavenger hunts Make time for free play  Implementing Active Learning Strategies Identify Learning Objectives: Start by identifying the learning objectives for your course or lesson. What do you want learners to know or be able to do at the end of the session?  Implementing Active Learning Strategies Choose Active Learning Strategies: Once you have identified your learning objectives, choose active learning strategies that will help learners achieve those objectives. Examples of active learning strategies include problem-solving exercises, case studies, group work, and discussions.  Implementing Active Learning Strategies Plan Activities: Develop activities that incorporate your chosen active learning strategies. Be sure to include clear instructions, goals, and objectives for each activity.  Implementing Active Learning Strategies Set Expectations: Clearly communicate your expectations to learners before beginning the activities. Let them know what they are expected to do, how they will be assessed, and how long the activity will take.  Implementing Active Learning Strategies Facilitate Learning: As learners engage in the activities, be available to provide guidance, answer questions, and facilitate their learning. Encourage learners to ask questions, share their thoughts, and collaborate with others.  Implementing Active Learning Strategies Assess Learning: After the activities are completed, assess learners’ understanding and progress toward the learning objectives. This can be done through quizzes, tests, performance tasks, or other assessment methods.  Implementing Active Learning Strategies Reflect on the Experience: Take time to reflect on the experience and identify what worked well and what could be improved for future sessions. Use learner feedback to inform your teaching approach and make adjustments as needed.  Challenges to Active Learning Time Constraints: Active learning activities can be time-consuming to plan and implement. Instructors may struggle to find the time to develop and facilitate active learning activities, particularly in large classes.  Challenges to Active Learning Resistance to Change: Some learners may be resistant to active learning, particularly if they are used to more traditional teaching methods. Instructors may need to work to overcome this resistance and help learners understand the benefits of active learning.  Challenges to Active Learning Assessment: Assessing active learning can be challenging, particularly if the activities are qualitative in nature. Instructors may need to develop alternative assessment methods to accurately measure learners’ progress and understanding.  Challenges to Active Learning Classroom Management: Active learning activities can be noisy and chaotic, particularly if learners are working in groups. Instructors may need to develop effective classroom management strategies to ensure that all learners are engaged and on task.  Challenges to Active Learning Inadequate Resources: Some active learning activities may require specialized resources or equipment, which can be difficult to obtain or expensive. Instructors may need to work within their budgets to develop effective active learning activities.  Challenges to Active Learning Cultural Differences: Active learning activities may not be appropriate for all learners, particularly those from different cultural backgrounds. Instructors may need to adapt their teaching approach to meet the needs of diverse learners.  Talking to students about active learning let students know that your course uses active learning and that they will be expected to participate to meet the needs of diverse learners. explain why you are using active learning and how it will help them succeed in your class point them to the latest research on learning demonstrating that students learn more and earn higher grades with active learning use a quick icebreaker or two to help students become comfortable working with one another  Talking to students about active learning introduce an active learning activity to set the expectation for an interactive class Making Time for Active Learning