globecampus.ca ~ University lectures: Why they're not the best way to learn - 0 views
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The lecture format is an institution at most universities and as money gets tight, it’s also is a favourite way for schools to spread thin resources. Despite its long history, University of Guelph business dean Julia Christensen Hughes argues the traditional lecture is not the best way to learn, pointing to decades of research.
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When the lecture model began, the Internet didn’t exist or even the printing press. It was an oral tradition for transferring knowledge. Now information is ubiquitous. If you are curious about something you just Google it.
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A lecture done well can be motivating or energizing if the faculty member is communicating their passion.
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Given the cost of university, the expectations of students and their families are shifting, as well. They want to know there is a rich learning environment.