What is the difference between teaching and facilitation? As a group, brainstorm what a definition of 'facilitation' should be. Use the discussion forum below to post what you think a good definition would be. Have a look what your peers have posted and respond to them.
Define Facilitation
Facilitation is where the learners are encouraged to take more control of the learning process. The facilitator's role is that of the organiser by providing resources and support to learners.
Indeed, facilitation is learner-centered while teaching is more of teacher-centered.
I concur with this
Online facilitation is the process of designing and delivering engaging and effective learning experiences in a virtual environment.
True.
Facilitation is learner- centered hence takes the lead in the learning process.
Facilitation is learner- centered hence takes the lead in the learning process.
True Albert. In facilitation, the focus is on what the learner does rather than on what the teacher does. The role of the teacher then becomes offering guidance and monitoring what the learners are doing
Teaching is to lead the students in a structured manner by equipping them with the necessary information they need in order for them to
understand the topic being addressed. It is mainly one way.
On the other hand, facilitation is to provide leadership and guide them to think and find solutions to problems without giving them any of the solutions. It can also be considered as a form of mentorship to the learners.
understand the topic being addressed. It is mainly one way.
On the other hand, facilitation is to provide leadership and guide them to think and find solutions to problems without giving them any of the solutions. It can also be considered as a form of mentorship to the learners.
Under teaching, we can mention the fact that teachers act as the 'monopoly' or 'tyrannies' of knowledge and expertise hence one way. On the other hand, facilitation promotes the concept of decentralization of knowledge and expertise from the teacher.
Well differentiated
Yes, a facilitator is key because he/she acts as a guide and unifying factor
Facilitation is an interactive means through which learner's creativity, imagination, discovery and insights help connect new knowledge with experience. The differences between teaching and facilitation are as follows;
Facilitation Teaching
- Learner centered - Teacher centered
- Support learners through the process - Basically create and implement learning materials
- Base on group discussions - Focuses on the teacher and content being taught
Facilitation Teaching
- Learner centered - Teacher centered
- Support learners through the process - Basically create and implement learning materials
- Base on group discussions - Focuses on the teacher and content being taught
informative response
Well articulated.
Under facilitation learners get more insights/solutions to problems under study unlike the teaching where teachers find solutions to problems and feed the learners.
Under facilitation learners get more insights/solutions to problems under study unlike the teaching where teachers find solutions to problems and feed the learners.
Quite an elaborate way of looking at facilitation
while teaching is the practice by which trainers transmit knowledge, know-how, and interpersonal among other skills to a learners in an educational forum, in facilitated learning learners are encouraged to take more control of their learning process.
insightful
Teaching is traditional method of passing information from a person who is more knowledgeable (teacher) to one with less knowledge (student). The student is passive while the teacher is active. on the other hand, facilitation is modern method of passing information where the teacher enhances the student to be active in acquiring the knowledge and creates a conducive environment that is neutral in order to ensure this process is effective and efficient. The student therefore becomes an active participant in obtaining Knowledge
Dear Team,
Thank you for your active participation in this discussion on the definition of facilitation. I noted the following points from the discussion:
1. Facilitation is encouraging learners to take control of the learning process
2. The facilitator's role is that of an organizer by providing resources and supporting the learners
3. Facilitation is an interactive means through which learner's creativity, imagination, discovery and insights help connect new knowledge with experience.
4. Facilitation is a modern method of passing information where the teacher enhances the student to be active in acquiring the knowledge and creates a conducive environment that is neutral in order to ensure this process is effective and efficient. The student therefore becomes an active participant in obtaining Knowledge.
We can then summarize that facilitation is Providing a learning environment that results in high-quality learning which requires ‘active construction of meaning and the possibility of conceptual change on the part of the learners. Student engagement is important in ensuring high-quality learning.Effective facilitation results in meaningful learning for learners. Different strategies are applied with a focus on students gaining understanding rather than just reciting the right answers.
Regards,
Barbara Khavugwi
Thank you for your active participation in this discussion on the definition of facilitation. I noted the following points from the discussion:
1. Facilitation is encouraging learners to take control of the learning process
2. The facilitator's role is that of an organizer by providing resources and supporting the learners
3. Facilitation is an interactive means through which learner's creativity, imagination, discovery and insights help connect new knowledge with experience.
4. Facilitation is a modern method of passing information where the teacher enhances the student to be active in acquiring the knowledge and creates a conducive environment that is neutral in order to ensure this process is effective and efficient. The student therefore becomes an active participant in obtaining Knowledge.
We can then summarize that facilitation is Providing a learning environment that results in high-quality learning which requires ‘active construction of meaning and the possibility of conceptual change on the part of the learners. Student engagement is important in ensuring high-quality learning.Effective facilitation results in meaningful learning for learners. Different strategies are applied with a focus on students gaining understanding rather than just reciting the right answers.
Regards,
Barbara Khavugwi
Facilitation is the process of activities that are aimed at enhancing an individual or a group of people
Facilitation is the process of making an action easier by providing indirect guidance
Facilitation is the process of guiding and supporting a group of people to achieve their goals and enhance their learning experience
In facilitation more emphasis is on interactive learning where participants engage in discussion, while in facilitation dialogue and debates are encouraged
In teaching more emphasis is on interactive learning where participants engage in discussion, while in facilitation dialogue and debates are encouraged
Facilitator allows the learners to experience the learning process through his/her guidance. Teacher minds about their passing information to students during the physical session
Facilitation in learning is the process of supporting and guiding learners to achieve their learning goals. It involves creating a supportive learning environment, providing resources and support, and helping learners to reflect on their learning. Facilitators play a key role in helping learners to develop their critical thinking skills, problem-solving skills, and communication skills.
Teaching is the act of implementing learning materials by advancing the students'/ learners' knowledge and skills in understanding the specific subject matter while facilitation is supporting learners through the process and help maximize their education by helping them to connect new knowledge with experiences