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From Lecture Halls to Interactive Classrooms: Rethinking Didactic Approaches
Pedagogical teaching, which focuses on direct instruction and the transfer of knowledge from teacher to student. It still exists in the education system today. The same is true in higher education. Professors can use lectures to convey complex theoretical concepts in subjects such as physics and philosophy. This approach can be especially effective in providing basic knowledge to large groups of students. This is especially true when introducing new concepts or frameworks. Appropriate where students need to acquire important facts, theories, or concepts that serve as the basis for more complex concepts. or when time is limited and need to cover a large amount of material quickly and is useful when the teacher has specialized knowledge That is important in understanding a particular topic. But didactic teaching can feel anachronistic even in some educational environments. In environments where student engagement and participation are important to learning, such as in K-12 education or interactive workshops Strict adherence to teaching methods can lead to passive learning. This approach is also less effective when teaching skills that require practice. working together or critical thinking such as problem solving, creativity or working as a team In these cases Interactive and student-centered approaches are often more beneficial. Moreover, With increased digital resources and collaboration tools Relying on just one teaching method may seem outdated. This is because today's students often thrive in blended or flipped classrooms that promote active learning.