1. Teaching and Learning Strategies
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Teaching and Learning Strategies
iEARN Zambia YouthCaN-Youth Communicating & Networking Global Project
July 8-14, 2018 ~ Winchester, VA, U.S.A
Presenter:
Misheck Mtuzana
iEARN Zambia - Country Coordinator

2. Outline What is teaching and Learning?
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Outline
What is teaching and Learning?
Teaching & Learning Strategies for iEARN Zambia
Project Based Learning
Collaborative Learning.
Critical thinking
ICT tools for Global Projects-iEARN Zambia
iEARN Zambia YouthCaN Project Skills
Benefits of YouthCaN-Youth Communicating & Network
Conclusion
Reference

3. “You must be the change you wish to see in the world”.
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“We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them”.
Albert Einstein
“You must be the change you wish to see in the world”.
Mahatma Gandhi

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What is teaching?
Teaching involves identifying the expected outcomes in behavioral terms, because teachers, should expect the learners to change in behavior temporarily or better still permanently, as a result of having learned. (Cohen, L., Manion, L., & Morrison, K. 2011)

5. T- E- A- C- H- I- N- G- What is teaching? cont...
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What is teaching? cont... T-
Transferring the knowledge E-
Enlighten with the present living conditions A-
Aligning with portion and real life C-
Character building H-
Healing touch offer I-
Involvement with the student in studies N-
Nurturing the thoughts into reality G-
Giving a final shape

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What is Learning?
“Learning is the process of gaining knowledge and expertise”
(The Adult Learner-Malcom Knowles)
“Learning is a process that leads to change, which occurs as a result of experience and increases the potential for improved performance and future learning”
(Ambrose et al, 2010)

7. Teaching and Learning Strategies for iEARN Zambia
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Teaching and Learning Strategies for iEARN Zambia
Teaching strategies refer to methods used to help students learn the desired course contents and be able to develop achievable goals in the future.
A Learning strategy is an individual’s approach to complete a task…
Therefore, teachers who teach learning strategies teach students how to learn using the 21st century skills

8. Teaching and Learning Strategies for iEARN Zambia cont…
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iEARN Zambia uses the following teaching and learning strategies:
Project Based Learning.
Collaborative Learning
21st Century Learning
iEARN Zambia

9. Project Based Learning
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Project Based Learning
Project-based learning (PBL) is a student-centered pedagogy that involves a dynamic classroom approach in which students acquire a deeper knowledge through active exploration of real-world challenges and problems.
Collaborative Learning
Collaborative learning is a method of teaching and learning in which students team to explore and create a meaningful project.
21st Century Learning Skills
21st century learning refers to the core competencies - collaboration, critical thinking and problem-solving that will help students thrive in todays’ world.

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Critical Thinking
“I’m calling on our nation’s education chiefs to develop standards that measure whether students possess 21st century skills like problem-solving and critical thinking”.
Barack Obama , 44th President of the United States
Critical Thinking Skills includes:
Analytical
Problem Solving
Interpretation
Communication
Creativity
Evaluation

11. ICT tools for Global Projects - iEARN Zambia
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ICT tools for Global Projects - iEARN Zambia
Technology refers to the collection of tools that make it easier to use, create, manage and exchange information.
“Technology is just a tool. In terms of getting the kids working together and motivating them, the teacher is the most important”. (Bill Gates, 2010)

12. ICT tools for Global Projects - iEARN Zambia cont…
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ICT tools for Global Projects - iEARN Zambia cont…
It means the use of:
Computers
Laptops
Software
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13. ICT tools for Global Projects - iEARN Zambia cont…
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ICT tools for Global Projects - iEARN Zambia cont…
It means the use of:
Smartphones
Internet
Notebooks
LCD Projectors

14. iEARN Zambia YouthCaN Project
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iEARN Zambia YouthCaN Project
Skills
Designing
iEARN Zambia
Searching

15. iEARN Zambia YouthCaN Project
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iEARN Zambia YouthCaN Project
Skills cont…
Programing
Experimenting

16. iEARN Zambia YouthCaN Project
Skills cont…
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Collaborating

17. Benefits of YouthCaN – Youth Communicating & Networking Global Project
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Benefits of YouthCaN – Youth Communicating & Networking Global Project
Goal # 4: Ensure inclusive and quality education for all and
promote lifelong learning
Acquire Basic Literacy skills and give awareness on how to improve
local environmental conditions
Organize local gatherings and share projects in the community
Development of Leadership skills amongst the participants
Investigations of environmental topics and share videos or reports
through online YouthCaN forums
Students share interested projects on how to protect the environment
in their communities and collaborate with students around the globe

18. 31 December 2018
Conclusion
Therefore, using the best Teaching and Learning Strategies such as the Project Based Learning strategy, the Collaborative learning strategy and the 21st century Learning strategy can help both the student and the teacher to acquire and enhance technical skills, technological skills, critical thinking, research skills, creative skills, organizational skills to participate fully in iEARN global projects.

19. Thank you for your attention!!!
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Thank you for your attention!!!

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Any Questions!!!

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References
Albert Einstein.
Ambrose et al, How Learning works.
Barack Obama, 44th President of the United States
Bill Gates, 2010
Brown, G., & Atkins, M. (1988). Effective teaching in higher education (pp. 51). London; New York: Routledge. Available:
Cohen, L., Manion, L., & Morrison, K. (2011). Research Methods in Education. 7th ed. London ; New York : Routledge.
Joe Lau & Jonathan Chan
The Adult Learner-Malcom Knowles
Mahatma Gandhi
Kareka, R What Is Technology – Meaning of Technology and Its Use
Presenter Media Powerpoint
iEARN YouthCaN