BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN IMAGINATION AND REALITY

(AUGUST 30, 2024)

The workshop titled "Bridging the Gap Between Imagination and Reality," was conducted by Ms. Smriti Gupta and Ms. Kawalmeet Reen, of GDGPS,Vasant Kunj,New Delhi on 30th August,2024. It focused on practical approaches to enhance learning outcomes. The speakers highlighted the importance of experiential learning and discussed methods to make learning outcomes both measurable and achievable. They emphasized that incorporating a variety of learning channels can lead to more enduring knowledge retention. Additionally, involving students extensively is crucial for a learner-centered approach. Recommendations included the use of diverse teaching aids, planning group activities, and documenting rubrics for activities in the marks register to ensure effective assessment.

Here's a summary of the key points covered:

1. Learning by Doing: Emphasis was placed on the importance of hands-on learning and engaging with the material actively, rather than passively receiving information.
2. Enhancing Learning Outcomes: Strategies were discussed to improve how effectively students learn, including making these outcomes clear, measurable, and achievable.
3. Increasing Learning Channels: The workshop highlighted that using multiple channels or methods during the learning process can lead to more lasting and effective learning.
4. Student Involvement: It was suggested that involving students as much as possible makes the learning process more centered around their needs and experiences.
5. Teaching Aids and Group Activities: The use of various teaching aids and planning group activities were recommended to enrich the learning experience.
6. Rubrics and Assessment: The importance of using rubrics for activities was emphasized, and it was advised that these should be documented in the marks register to ensure transparency and consistency in assessment.