The document outlines the 'learning by doing' educational approach, emphasizing hands-on activities and real-world experiences to enhance student engagement, understanding, and critical skills. It provides various methods such as role-playing, storytelling, group discussions, project-based learning, experiential learning, and technology integration, along with examples and implementation steps. The document also offers tips for effective implementation and a case study highlighting successful outcomes.

1. Learning by
Doing: Guiding
students
through Activities
Presented by: NEERAJ SOUN
TGT ENGLISH
VIVEKANANDVIDYA MANDIR INTER COLLEGE PITHORAHARH

2. What is Learning by Doing?
Definition: Learning by doing is an educational approach where students engage in hands-
on activities and real-world experiences to gain knowledge and skills.
Benefits:
- Enhances understanding and retention.
- Develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Encourages active participation and collaboration.

3. Why
Context
Matters
Relevance:Connects learning
to students' everyday lives,
making it more meaningful
and relatable.
Engagement:Culturally
relevant examples increase
student interest and
motivation.
Cultural Sensitivity: Respects
and incorporates students'
cultural backgrounds.

4. Role-Playing
Description: Students
act out scenarios based
on real-life situations to
practice language skills.
Example: Role-play a
marketplace
conversation.
Steps:
1. Divide students into
pairs or small groups.
2. Assign roles (e.g.,
buyer and seller).
3. Provide a list of items
and relevant phrases.
4. Students enact the
scene, practicing
dialogue, negotiation,
and vocabulary.

5. Storytelling
Description: Students
narrate stories to develop
speaking and listening
skills.
Example: Traditional
Indian folk tales or
personal anecdotes.
Steps:
1. Choose a culturally
relevant story.
2. Break the story into
parts for different
students to narrate.
3. Encourage expressive
language and gestures.
4. Facilitate questions and
discussions to deepen
understanding.

6. Group Discussions
• Description: Students engage in discussions on various topics to
enhance critical thinking and communication skills.
• Example: Debate on a current event or social issue relevant to
India.
• Steps:
• 1. Select a pertinent topic.
• 2. Form small discussion groups.
• 3. Provide guiding questions to structure the discussion.
• 4. Groups discuss and present their viewpoints, followed by a class
discussion.

7. Project-Based Learning
• Description: Students work on long-term projects, integrating
multiple skills and knowledge areas.
• Example: Creating a local community guidebook.
• Steps:
• 1. Choose a project theme (e.g., local history, environmental
issues).
• 2. Divide the class into groups and assign specific tasks
(research, writing, presentation).
• 3. Guide students through the project phases: planning,
execution, and presentation.
• 4. Encourage peer review and reflection on the project process.

8. Experiential Learning
• Description: Learning through direct experience and reflection.
• Example: Field trips to historical sites, nature walks, or cultural events.
• Steps:
• 1. Plan a visit to a relevant site.
• 2. Prepare observation tasks or questions for students.
• 3. During the visit, students take notes and interact with the environment.
• 4. Post-visit activities include discussions, presentations, and reflections.

9. IntegratingTechnology
• Description: Utilizing digital tools to enhance learning.
• Example: Using language learning apps, online collaboration
tools, or multimedia projects.
• Steps:
• 1. Introduce educational apps and tools (e.g., Duolingo, Google
Classroom).
• 2. Assign tasks or projects that require the use of these tools.
• 3. Monitor progress and provide feedback.
• 4. Encourage collaborative online projects and digital
storytelling.

10. Case Study:
Successful
Implementa
tion
• Description: A real-life example of
effective 'learning by doing'
• Example: A school that improved
language skills through
community-based projects.
• Details:
• 1. Outline the school's approach to
integrating hands-on activities.
• 2. Highlight key activities and their
outcomes.
• 3. Discuss challenges faced and
solutions implemented.

11. Tips for Effective Implementation
Start Small: Introduce
one activity at a time to
ease into the new
approach.
1
Be Adaptable: Tailor
activities to meet the
specific needs and
interests of your
students.
2
Encourage Participation:
Foster a supportive and
inclusive classroom
environment.
3
Reflect and Improve:
Regularly assess the
effectiveness of activities
and make necessary
adjustments.
4

12. Questions
and
Answers
• Interactive Session: Open the floor
for questions.
• Engagement: Encourage
participants to share their
experiences and challenges.
• Support: Provide additional
examples and resources as needed.

13. Conclusion
start incorporating
'learning by doing'
activities in your
classrooms.
Thanks for your time
and attention.