Reference Framework for Active Learning in Higher Education

Naithani, Dr. Pranav

Reference Framework for Active Learning in Higher Education

Naithani, P. (2008). Reference framework for active learning in higher education. In Al-Hawaj, Elali and Twizell (Eds.) Higher Education in the Twenty-First Century: Issues and Challenges, 113-120, Taylor & Francis Group, London.

10 Pages Posted: 4 Nov 2015

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Dr. Pranav Naithani

Higher Colleges of Technology; Independent

Date Written: October 31, 2015

Abstract

The work presented in this paper traces the history of active learning and further utilizes the available literature to define meaning and importance of active learning in higher education. The study highlights common practical problems faced by students and instructors in implementing active learning in higher education and further identifies a set of individual practices being used worldwide to overcome the obstacles. Expectations and responsibilities of students and instructors are also specified to enhance the efficiency of active learning environment. The paper also traces the importance of student and instructor rapport for a successful learning environment.

Keywords: Active learning, higher education, problem based learning.

Suggested Citation: Suggested Citation

Naithani, Pranav and Naithani, Pranav, Reference Framework for Active Learning in Higher Education (October 31, 2015). Naithani, P. (2008). Reference framework for active learning in higher education. In Al-Hawaj, Elali and Twizell (Eds.) Higher Education in the Twenty-First Century: Issues and Challenges, 113-120, Taylor & Francis Group, London., Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=2684503