Optimization
  • Year: 2024
  • Volume: 16
  • Issue: 1

A student-centric approach to higher education in an era of technology-assisted learning - How far active learning is possible?

  • Author:
  • S. Goswami*
  • Total Page Count: 17
  • Published Online: Jul 17, 2024
  • Page Number: 29 to 45

Professor, GLBIMR, Plot No. 2, Knowledge Park III, Greater Noida-201306, Uttar Pradesh, India

*Email id: s.goswami@glbimr.org

Online Published on 17 July, 2024.

Abstract

The landscape of higher education is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by the integration of technologyassisted learning. This study explores the potential of a student-centric approach in this evolving educational environment, focusing on the implementation and efficacy of active learning methodologies. Active le arning, characterized by its emphasis on student engagement and participation, is evaluated through various technologyenabled platforms and tools. The research investigates the challenges and opportunities associated with fostering active learning in digital and hybrid classrooms. By examining case studies, empirical data, and theoretical frameworks, the study provides insights into the extent to which active learning can be realized and optimized in technologyassisted settings. The findings highlight best practices, technological affordances, and pedagogical strategies that enhance student involvement, critical thinking, and collaborative learning. The paper concludes with recommendations for educators and institutions aiming to effectively incorporate active learning principles in their curricula, ensuring a holistic and adaptive educational experience for students in the digital age.

Keywords

Higher education, Active learning, Hybrid learning, Student engagement