• Constructivism

• Multiple Intelligence

• Emotional Quotient

1. Constructivism   more>>
Construct knowledge ……

• Discovery learning  

• Inquiry learning

• Co-operative learning  

• Collaborative learning      

• Interactive learning            

• Problem based learning        

• Activity-oriented learning  

• Project based learning

“the distance between the actual developmental level as determined by independent problem solving and the level of potential development as determined through problem solving under adult guidance or in collaboration with more capable peers” (Vygotsky, 1978: 86).

2. Multiple Intelligence   more>>

Modern theories however consider that given suitable environments, through continued efforts, students can improve the intelligence relating to the specific area.  According to the theory of Howard Gardner, human intelligence has different components and all these components are present in all individuals in different proportions. Some components may be more prominent in some individuals.

• Multiple Intelligence

• Verbal/linguistic intelligence

• Logical/mathematical intelligence

• Visual/spatial intelligence

• Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence

• Musical Intelligence

• Interpersonal Intelligence

• Intra Personal Intelligence

• Naturalistic Intelligence

3. Emotional Quotient more>>

• Ability to take decisions

• Ability to reach consensus

• Ability to solve problems

experience:

• self criticism and self evaluation                   

• problematic situations in life

• what one would do if placed in the situation of others

• how one would respond to certain experiences of others etc.

Teacher should make the students aware of the fact that any problem will have a solution. Students are to be given chances for:

• finding reasons for problems.

• suggesting solutions through individual or group efforts.

• discussing social problems.

• analysing the shortcomings in methods to solve problems.