Saturday 6 March 2010

Activity-Based Learning (ABL) Training Programme

The aim of Activity-Based Learning MGML (ABL) is to change the teacher from an authority in knowledge to a facilitator for the student to discover knowledge. When anyone experiences interest in something, whether it is a subject, sport or activity, nothing will stop him or her from learning all they can about it. Academic subjects can also be introduced from an interesting perspective, where fun is a gateway for learning.

The teacher changes from authority to facilitator by finding ways to present a syllabus that is based on fun. Many types of games and activities can be modified for school use and once children understand and enjoy the games, they will create games for themselves and other classes. Whether through play or through games created for learning, children automatically remember the subject involved. Just because children and teachers are enjoying the games does not mean that the subject matter gets lost; on the contrary, the subject matter is the starting point.

MGML(ABL) gives joy to children, and teachers have the satisfaction of imparting a life-long love for learning. The following topics will be covered in the training:

1. A clear idea of the aim of MGML(ABL)

2. How to present MGML(ABL) to a class

3. Materials and methods for MGML(ABL)

4. How to make MGML(ABL) relevant to the students

5. How to reinforce what was learned from MGML(ABL)

6. How to involve the children in creating and implementing MGML(ABL)