Discussion 6

Changes in Mode of Classroom Delivery
Student
Institution
Abstract
Education is the process of delivering systematic instruction to learners in schools and institutions. There has been a wide discussion among various stakeholders, ranging from government, parents, institutions and churches. Their argument is the difference between the traditional and progressive form of education. Everyone accepts it as being the best and irreplaceable process since it shapes the future of the young ones. Unfortunately, the agreement ends there due to various opinions of what education is, how to be conducted and for what period of time. This argument has been on since the twentieth century, drawing two sides between the traditionalists and the progressives. This paper is aims to discuss both types of education styles in terms of their format and classroom delivery mode. The pros and cons of each system, is in non-partisan way as well as how the two forms of education is expected to influence the learner in different ways.
Changes in Mode of Classroom Delivery
Traditional form education is supported mostly by parents, older teachers, and some private schools. Traditional private schools still believe in classical education, emphasizing a lot on languages and literature (Jensen, 2005). On the other side, the progressives are made by the majority of educational professionals which consist of teachers, college institutions professors and publishing companies. Professional programs for public school teachers are conducted from a progressive perspective.

Traditional Classrooms
In traditional system class is a preparation for life where learners absorb information from their teachers. Moreover, the knowledge is gained through lectures and other relevant texts. Parents and other outsiders are not directly involved in the learning process except in activities such as funding. Programs delivered in classes are determined by external criteria based on particular test results (Jensen, 2005). The learning process is proportional to accumulation and mastering of skills. More so, Instruction is linear based on correct answers. Success is based on recall memory which is specific to time as intelligence is a measure mathematical abilities. A school is viewed as a task to be endured. On the positive side, this form of delivery is expected to build learners to understand and respect authority. Conversely, this system classes students depending on their performance which is wrong.
Progressive Classrooms
Progressive system learners take school as part and parcel of their life. Learners are active problem solvers as well as learners, while teachers are their facilitators who guide in thinking (Burke, 2013). The parents are primary goal setters, planners and serve as a major resource. A community is a classroom extension where decision making is shared by all constituent stakeholders. Programs are run to be in line with philosophy, mission, and goals for graduates. Additionally, learning is in-depth and spiral since knowledge is built through social interaction, direct experience, and social play (Burke, 2013). There is a lot of integration among various disciplines, success of the program is determined by the student’s progress. In overall school is viewed as both challenging and fun at the same time. In this system, students are treated equally and education is talent based; and on the other hand, this system seems diversionary to the extent that is it hard to understand the target.
References
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