Inter Disciplinary Approach for Engaged Knowledge Building: The Loyola Model
Higher education sector in India is always subject to continuous comprehensive development. Imparting quality education is one of the major yard stick determining the progress and development of a nation. Now the theme in education is not restricted to mere imparting knowledge further it has enhanced to the level of imparting the right skill and attitude to make the student employable with the education. Since the unemployment percentage of the productive population is shooting up, the centers of higher education are in a transformation mode to address the challenge of student placements. In order to make the students fully productive they need to be oriented and
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Engaged Knowledge Building recast our focus to make the learning more socially engaging. The second pedagogical principle of Loyola that ensures quality is the deployment of PIME in the conduct of all the extracurricular programmes and activities of the institution. PIME refers to Planning, Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation, the fourfold principles of Modern Human Resource Management (HR) and Organizational Behaviour (OB). The unique feature of the PIME template is that the students are the key players in the organization and they employ PIME for the execution of the activities of the institution. Thirdly, recognizing the need to integrate theoretical discourses with hands on experiences, the motif of extension and outreach is constituted as the third pedagogical principle of the institution. The extension and outreach programmes of the institution are envisaged to enrich and challenge the classroom learning and to facilitate the students to have a wholesome experience in the field (lab to land). Every outreach activity is followed up by a collective reflection and personal integration process whereby the students critically assimilate the insights gained from the experience in …show more content…
• To offer meaningful academic programmes by continuous updating of the curriculum, pedagogy and research methodology to suit the changing needs.
• To facilitate credible and challenging placement opportunities for professional growth and fulfilment.
• To develop a research culture on the campus through academic publication and project work.
• To foster collaboration of stakeholders towards eco-sensitive and inclusive culture of development.
• To respond to current social issues with academic acumen.
• To build networks and collaborative initiatives with governmental and nongovernmental organizations at the local, national and international levels.
• To provide consultancy and training services to industries, Governmental and Non-governmental organizations.
• To sensitize students to actively get involved in social movements, issues and creative social animation.
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The process of student progression can be depicted under various
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This integrative and alternative curriculum “would include cross-curricular objectives and be grounded on powerful learning environments” ones that include problem- and project- based tasks and promote student autonomy and control of the learning process (Alahiotis & Stavlioti, 2006, p.122). Inter- and intra- disciplinary knowledge is important to be included in curricular materials. Furthermore, it is noted that this approach is both content and process oriented and that is why is so deman...
The purpose of your research project and in what way will it contribute to the academic understanding of your subject matter.
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It's a coming-together as a community to deal with a very pressing issue. The organizations should be composed of public officials,
Not only do we need to understand the ‘issue’ or ‘societal problem’ that many people face and are impacted by every day, but we need to meet and work alongside those whose daily realities are shaped by injustices, while not creating any divides or barriers in the process. Everyday people are affected by the issues that organizations fight for or against, and once we realize how people-centered things like advocacy, outreach and service are, I believe young people will realize their call to action and their potent...
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...centuries. However, it has to be noticed that the system is facing some unneglectable issues as this paper discussed above. The government and school authorities ought to spare no effort to better reform and regulate the existing issues: lower the costs and tuitions of colleges and universities while still retaining the high and rigorous standard of teaching and learning; improve the management of enrollment to remain the prestigious reputation of universities. On the other hand, instead of doubting higher education, young people should always have the faith to trust the value of higher education and continue to improve their abilities to contribute to society and higher education. Although the society will continue to change in an unforeseeable way, government and individuals’ passion and enthusiasm for establishing a better higher education system will never stop.
Issues that I feel are crucial to address which also pertain to my particular philosophy are increasing political awareness, raising racial tolerance and acceptance, reducing child abuse and violence against women, and recycling and appreciation for our natural resources. Methods I would use in my classroom to get students involved would include community service projects, recycling drives, field trips to shelters and centers, and food and clothing drives within the class. Activities such as these, where students can see the changes they are making, get them motivated in a way that no general lessons can. Children need to feel the selfless satisfaction that comes from helping their fellow man.
...rganizations have also shown that the key to success lies in the evolution and participation of community based organizations at the grass-root level.
Higher Education (University Level) – It should be provided according to aptitude. That is, if anyone meets the essential education standar...
Therefore, it endeavours to address the constant changes in the world by adapting the way learning is structured to ensure students are suitably equipped for the future (Bolstad et al., 2012). To adapt today’s education to coincide with the changing world, 21st century teaching and learning has incorporated a number of key features to pave the way for success. Promoting active learning that is primarily outcome based, engaging students in research driven and project-based learning and encouraging students to identify real-world problems are all incorporated to ensure students are well equipped for the future (Shaw, 2008). Teachers’ utilise these features in a number of ways to engage and motivate 21st century learners when delivering curriculum content. For instance, Bell (2010) noted when students partake in project-based learning as an approach to instruction that teaches curriculum concepts through a project; it provides them with a greater understanding of the current topic being researched. Teachers’ have witnessed an increase in motivation to learn as the approach is student driven, teacher-facilitated (Bell, 2010). Bell (2010) highlights, that as students solve real-world problems through project-based learning it assists in teaching a number of skills such as