Preservice Teachers’ Thougths on Active Learning Techniques in Teaching Context

Melek Çakmak (Gazi University, Ankara,Turkey) [BIO]

Email: melek@gazi.edu.tr

 

ABSTRACT:

Active learning requires a high level of pupil involvement in the task. This suggests that pupils might learn effectively in active learning atmosphere. Active learning involves activities such as role play, project work, and investigation. Recently, teaching techniques used in teaching contexts are generally based on active learning. Related literature indicates that there are considerable amount researches on this issue. This study mainly purposes to determine pre-service teachers’ thoughts regarding active learning techniques in teaching context. For this aim, a descriptive study was conducted. Both qualitative and qualitative research methods were used in order to gather data in the study. A questionnaire as a quantitative technique and open-ended question as a qualitative technique were used. The findings indicated that preservice teachers have noted to the interesting points about active learning techniques. The findings of the study might be taken into consideration by teacher education programs.