Thematic Cum Illustration Approach: A Multidisciplinary Pedagogical Strategy For Meaningful Learning Experiences
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Thematic cum Illustration approach, thematic organisation, integrated learning, interdisciplinary approachAbstract
The Thematic cum Illustration Approach includes connecting disciplines around a topic, discovering related concepts, devising educational activities, and choosing subject matter to apply them. This is a student-centred approach that allows students to pick their selected topics within a topic to make learning more engaging. The thematic cum illustrative approach integrates material from diverse fields with instructional methods to increase learning. The strategy aligns with the educational transition towards a more comprehensive and interdisciplinary teaching method, intending to give pupils a greater profound and interrelated comprehension of the curriculum. The teacher may use contemporary technology, namely Information and Communication Technology (ICT) etc., to enhance their teaching methods, which would result in a teaching approach that is more student-friendly and child-centric. The present research paper focuses on the Thematic cum Illustration Approach, outlining its processes and discussing the pros and cons of utilising it in the classroom.
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