Context-based learning
An important ingredient of every course is the Context. Context matters a lot. The learners are loaded down with tons of information but they don't know where to use the information. They don't get an opportunity to use their knowledge. We have learnt a lot of subjects but we don't know their application. The learners should be given the opportunity to use their learning in the real world. Imagine, if you want to teach someone how to ride a bike. Then what do you think giving manual instructions about how to ride would be better or giving a bike to get hands-on experience. Obviously giving a bike, when you add the appropriate context the learning becomes more fun and engaging. Just reading and mugging up information won't help. The application is a must for better retention and deep learning. This is Context-based learning. So what do you think, which subjects can be taught with the context-based learning approach? Can you give a few advantages of the context-based...