Mixing Learning by Doing and Learning for Understanding in Ecuadorian Classrooms
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This article examines the potential benefits of combining Learning by Doing and Learning for Understanding approaches in Ecuadorian classrooms. Learning by Doing emphasizes hands-on, experiential learning while Learning for Understanding focuses on deepening students' understanding of concepts through inquiry and reflection. By combining these approaches, students can gain practical skills and a deeper understanding of the subject matter. This article draws on existing research on Learning by Doing and Learning for Understanding to explore how these approaches can be integrated into Ecuadorian classrooms. The article describes a study that investigates implementing these approaches in an Ecuadorian high school, using a combination of pre and post-tests and interviews with students and teachers. The study results suggest that combining Learning by Doing and Learning for Understanding can improve student engagement and achievement and more positive teacher attitudes toward teaching. The article concludes by discussing the implications of these findings for implementing these approaches in Ecuadorian classrooms and highlighting areas for future research. Overall, this article argues that combining Learning by Doing and Learning for Understanding can offer a powerful educational approach that can benefit both students and teachers in Ecuadorian classrooms and highlights areas for future research.
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