Contextual Learning is based on a constructivist theory of teaching
and learning. Learning takes place when teachers are able to present
information in a way that students are able to construct meaning based on their
own experiences. Contextual learning experiences include internships, service learning,
and study abroad programs, among
others.
Contextual
Instruction is learning concept which encourages teachers to connect between
what is taught and students real-world situations. One of the learning
strategies developed with the aim of learning to walk with a productive and
meaningful for students is contextual learning strategies.The fact is that most
students are not able to connect between the material they learned with their
use in real life.
The
main component of CTL, namely;
1.
Constructivism (Constructivism)
Constructivism
learning emphasizing the understanding alone is active, creative and productive
based on previous knowledge and learning from experience.
2.
Asking (Questioning)
Asked
the CTL learning is seen as an effort teachers can encourage students to learn
something, directing students to obtain information, as well as determine the
development of students' ability to think.
3.
Discovering (Inquiry
This
activity begins from the observation of the phenomenon, followed by activities
to produce meaningful findings obtained by the students themselves.
4.
Learning community
Learning
outcomes can be obtained with sharing between friends, between groups, and
between the know to who do not know, both inside and outside the classroom.
5.
Modeling
The
model in question could be giving examples, such as how to operate something,
showing the work, showing an appearance. How this kind of learning will be
faster to understand student.
6.
Reflection
Reflection
back over the newly learned knowledge.
7.
Authentic assessment
Process
of collecting a variety of data that can give you an idea or information about
the development of students' learning experiences.
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