Modern Teaching Methods Research Articles

The Direct Method in Language Teaching: A Literature Review of Its Effectiveness

The Direct Method in language teaching, which emphasizes teaching language through immersion and avoiding the use of the learner’s native language, has been widely used in educational settings for over a century. Its focus on oral communication, everyday vocabulary, and inductive grammar teaching has made it a popular approach. However, debates about its effectiveness compared to more modern teaching methods have persisted, particularly in terms of long-term language acquisition and proficiency. This literature review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Direct Method by analyzing studies conducted across various educational contexts. The review examines how this method impacts learners’ speaking, listening, and overall communicative competence. By synthesizing both qualitative and quantitative research, the study provides a comprehensive view of the strengths and limitations of the Direct Method. The findings indicate that while the Direct Method improves oral proficiency and listening skills in the short term, it may not be as effective for developing reading and writing skills. Studies show that the method fosters greater student engagement and motivation but may not adequately address the complexities of advanced grammar and academic language. Furthermore, the method’s effectiveness depends heavily on the teacher’s skill in creating immersive language environments. In conclusion, the Direct Method offers valuable benefits for beginner and intermediate learners, especially in communicative aspects of language. However, it requires supplementation with other approaches to develop comprehensive language proficiency. Future research should explore ways to integrate the Direct Method with more advanced instructional techniques for a balanced approach to language teaching.

<span><strong>The effectiveness of implementing learning project on the quadratic function in high school</strong></span>

Project-based learning is one of the modern teaching methods utilizing student group intelligence to perform the learning task designed by the teacher. Through this method, students can acquire knowledge and develop necessary skills in learning such as communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving. This paper aimed to investigate the effectiveness of implementing a learning project on the topic of the quadratic function at high school. A quasi-experimental method was conducted in one month involving two classes of tenth-grade students, consisting of an experiment and a control class (conventional learning). Qualitative and quantitative data were collected through student activity observation sheets, mathematics pre-test and post-test. This study could provide an effect of utilizing project-based learning and opportunities to implement learning projects in high schools.

Modern methods of teaching agricultural disciplines in vocational high schools of agriculture

The mission of the agricultural sciences has always been to seek how to grow crops and manage farm animals in order to produce high quality and quantity food and fiber to satisfy the needs of an ever-growing population. In the modern world, the quality training of agricultural specialists starts from the high school stage. Vocational agricultural education is one of the most effective and powerful tools in society which moves humanity forward and cares for the sustenance of all mankind. The present article examines the modern concepts of agricultural education and analyses the teaching methods in agricultural study program. It also describes in detail the modern teaching methods, their purpose, advantages and disadvantages. This article recommends the implementation of modern teaching methods, as it finds that they would ideally fit into the modern students’ idea of a learning process suitable for the new era of artificial intelligence (AI), technology and digitization.

Game Lab Innovations in Education: Insights from a Board Game Design Project

From the perspective of educators, game development has great potential as a teaching method, as it promotes group collaboration, project-based learning and the development of content tailored to a given target group. This paper is based on a study that was carried out through an international project, implementing an educational game development concept called Game Lab into an educational context. The study explored professional development topics such as game-based learning, game development, and game testing, along with the Game Lab method focusing on group dynamics, progression, and creativity. It employed an abductive analysis of written responses from twelve teachers who participated in the Let’s Play project, which involved a Game Lab component. The teachers, ranging in age from their thirties to their sixties, represented all levels of education from preschool to upper secondary school. They responded to a survey with open-ended questions and reflection notes, providing insights into their experiences with game development methods as pedagogical tools. Their responses were analyzed to identify key themes and patterns. Findings suggest that this approach has broadened participants' perspectives on utilizing diverse games and game development techniques in education, aligning with prior research on production pedagogy. It underscores the importance of integrating in-game content with real-world contexts as a modern teaching method. Participants also highlighted that effective game-based learning supports a constructivist approach to teaching over behaviorism. The participants emphasized their increased insight and understanding of game development and game systems and how the combined effect of educational game design and the Game Lab method (working in teams) resulted in a more valuable learning outcome than they would have experienced alone. They also reported an improved understanding on how working with the development of a board game made them dig much deeper into the topic at hand. In addition, they found that this increased their motivation for learning, knowing that this was going to be a product that was to be tested and played by others (pupils and teachers). Furthermore, the participants highlighted the role of group dynamics in fostering teamwork and consensus during the collaborative game development process.

Effectiveness of Continuous Professional Development Teachers-Training Programmes: From Trainee Teachers' Perspectives

This study seeks to determine the effectiveness of continuous professional development (CPD) programs from trainee teachers' perspectives in the Malakand division. The researchers used a quantitative research approach to test hypotheses. A self-constructed questionnaire based on the opinion of trainee teachers was administered before and after the intervention (CPD). Data were collected from 266 trainee teachers in training centers in three districts of the Malakand division. The results revealed significant differences in the opinion of trainee teachers regarding content knowledge, instructional roles, ethics and professionalism, classroom management skills, and pedagogical knowledge. They perceived that after the training a significant increase took place in their perceptions regarding five constructs. The study recommended that trainee teachers as well as in-service teachers be provided ample chances to enhance their content, pedagogical, and content pedagogical skills. The government must provide a handsome amount for the conduction of CPD for teachers to equip them with modern teaching methods and skills.

The use of alternative methods in working with underachieving students

In a modern school, one of the main tasks is to ensure a high level of student performance and requires constant efforts. This problem concerns such disciplines of the Natural Science direction as physics. Physics lessons include not only complex theory, but also conducting experiments, solving problems. In physics lessons, a high concentration of students is required for more effective assimilation of the material. Unfortunately, in a traditional school, conditions are not always created for this. Taking into account the fact that it is difficult for all students, especially those who are lagging behind, to take up extracurricular activities, we need to implement them. The traditional system may not contribute to not meeting the needs of these students and not increasing their motivation to learn. This paper presents an alternative teaching method in extracurricular activities in the teaching of physics, which successfully integrates into the traditional teaching system and significantly increases the motivation and performance of lagging students. For students who do not have problems with academic performance, the proposed technique further stimulates interest in the subject of physics. The reason for using alternative teaching techniques is related to improving the motivation of students with poor performance to understand and study physics. Since the greatest attention is paid to lagging students in this work, alternative methods make it possible to create favorable conditions for learning and mastering materials in physics. In this technology, non-standard approaches are widely used that allow you to fully reveal the potential of lagging students due to the fact that traditional methods turned out to be ineffective. The relevance of this study is due to the problem of developing methods and techniques for working with lagging students in high school. Currently, the main methods are associated with developing learning, but alternative technologies are becoming more and more important. The advantage of using alternative technologies in extracurricular activities is their ability to surpass traditional methods, and successfully increase the performance of lagging students. Taking into account modern trends and digitalization, alternative technologies promise prospects and provide a wide field for choosing methods in order to improve performance in classrooms. The purpose of this study is to provide modern alternative teaching methods to work with lagging students in school physics lessons, which are easily integrated into the traditional school system. To achieve the goal, the following tasks were set: Analysis of the compatibility of alternative learning technologies with traditional ones. Development of alternative teaching methods for lagging students that successfully integrate into the traditional school system and can be used within the framework of one lesson. Conduct a pedagogical experiment using the methods developed with lagging students, analyze the results and draw conclusions about the compatibility of alternative methods with the traditional school system and their effectiveness for lagging students. The object of the study is the integration of modern methods of alternative learning into the traditional system in order to improve the performance of lagging students. The subject of the study is the degree of integration of alternative teaching methods in a traditional school, based on the analysis of the progress of lagging students before and after the use of these methods. The research methodology involves the development of alternative teaching methods that correspond to current trends and the analysis of the assimilation of the material in physics lessons after their implementation. The novelty of the study is to propose alternative teaching methods that meet current trends in the education system and test them in a traditional school environment. This makes it possible to assess their compatibility with the traditional education system and their effectiveness for lagging students.

INNOVATIVE APPROACHES TO PHYSICAL EDUCATION OF YOUNG CHILDREN: METHODS AND PRACTICES

The article highlights modern approaches to physical education of young children in modern preschool educational institutions, in particular, traditional forms of activities and innovative methods. The main forms of physical education, such as morning gymnastics, physical culture classes, mobile games and hardening procedures, are complemented by author’s and non-traditional methods, such as self-massage using Su-jok technology. Special attention is paid to the game methods proposed by M. Yefimenko and the introduction of information and communication technologies increasing the effectiveness and interest of classes. Particular attention is paid to the use of baby yoga for the physical and emotional development of young children. The importance of creating favorable conditions for independent motor activity of children is also emphasized. The article contains practical recommendations for the implementation of these methods into the educational process of preschool educational institutions. The purpose of the article is to distinguish the peculiarities of the organization of physical education in groups of young children. Among the research methods a scientific analysis of psychological and pedagogical sources, priority documents of the Ukrainian state educational policy is presented, where various problems related to the organization of physical education of young children in preschool educational institutions are outlined, its meaning and role of modern forms and methods of physical education of children are revealed in early age groups. Findings of the results indicated the need for further search for modern technologies and methods of physical development of young children in order to improve the quality of the educational process in preschool educational institutions. The conclusions emphasize that the introduction of original and non-traditional methods, such as self-massage using Su-jok technology, as well as game methods proposed by M. Yefimenko, significantly increase the effectiveness and interest of classes. The use of information and communication technologies and baby yoga helps in the development of children’s physical and emotional skills, makes classes diverse and attractive for children.

Особенности формирования профессиональных компетенций у будущих художников-графиков

Introduction. There are a number of contradictions in education when the knowledge, skills and abilities obtained at an educational institution do not satisfy the labor market. In general, training in the specialty “Graphic Artist (easel graphics)” can be interesting and useful for those who want to work in the field of art. To be successful in the labor market, it is necessary to develop not only your abilities, but also marketing skills, job promotion and order search. The article analyzes the competencies of future graphic artists with specialization no. 1 “Graphic artist (easel graphics)”. The analysis of the contingent of art and pedagogical institutions leads to the conclusion that the specialty is in little demand. Theoretical analysis of the problem of professional competence formation of future graphic artists identified components and indicators of professional readiness of future graphic artists. Conclusion. In conclusion, it can be noted that the peculiarities of the formation of professional competencies is a multifaceted process. These peculiarities may be related to the individual characteristics of students, the specifics of the profession, as well as the peculiarities of the educational process. An individual approach to students, the use of modern teaching methods and orientation to the real needs of the labor market will help to effectively form professional competencies of future specialists in any field.

The Contributions of John Dewey’s Philosophy of Pragmatism to an Understanding of Education and Its Reform

John Dewey, a prominent 20th-century philosopher, is renowned for his contributions to educational reform and progressive education. His pragmatic philosophy, emphasizing experiential learning, has had a global impact on education since the 1920s. This paper explores Dewey's theory of experiential learning, its historical influence on modern teaching methods, and its potential for future educational research. It aims to provide educators and learners with insights into Dewey's philosophy and its application in contemporary education. The paper is structured into three parts: an introduction to Dewey's pragmatic philosophy in education, a discussion on the application of experiential learning in current educational practices, and suggestions for future research on integrating teaching and learning.

Komersialisasi Pesantren: Tantangan dan Peluang dalam Mempertahankan Keaslian Pendidikan Islam di Indonesia

This study explores the impact of commercialisation on pesantren education in Java, particularly in maintaining the authenticity of its traditional values. Pesantren are faced with the challenge of modernisation that encourages the adoption of the national curriculum and cooperation with the private sector, which may reduce the focus on religious education. This research uses the literature study method to analyse the challenges and opportunities faced by pesantren. The results show that commercialisation, although it can erode traditional values and increase inequality in access to education, also provides opportunities for pesantren to innovate in curriculum, improve facilities, and adopt modern teaching methods. In conclusion, with the right strategies, pesantren can maintain their identity while adapting to market demands, thus remaining relevant in the changing social and economic context.

Transformative Islamic Education from the Perspective KH Abdullah Munjul (Study of Manuscript Layang Siti Hasanah)

The "Layangan Siti Hasanah" manuscript, a significant Islamic text, provides valuable insights into historical educational practices. This research explores how its teachings can be applied to contemporary Islamic education to foster meaningful change and personal growth. The study involves a detailed analysis of the manuscript’s content, focusing on its educational methodologies and philosophies. It examines how these principles can be integrated into modern educational frameworks to enhance critical thinking, moral development, and holistic learning. Key findings reveal that the manuscript contains educational approaches that align with transformative educational goals. These approaches include methods for developing critical thinking and ethical understanding, which are relevant to current educational practices. The research suggests that incorporating these traditional principles into contemporary Islamic education can create a more dynamic and effective learning environment. By merging historical insights with modern needs, educators can promote both academic and personal development in students. Overall, this study highlights the importance of integrating traditional Islamic teachings with modern educational methods to achieve a transformative educational experience that benefits students in various aspects of their lives.The method used in this research is qualitative, while the approach used is the historical and anthropological approach to Islamic education, then the data collection techniques used are documentation and interviews and data analysis in the researcher's research using philological and symbiotic analysis. The results of research on Transformative Islamic education in the Layang Siti Hasanah manuscript according to KH Abdullah Munjul are divided into 3 domains of Transformation, namely: 1. Syariat teachings, 2. Tarekat teachings. 3. Marifat teaching.

Investigating EFL Learners’ Autonomous Use of Vocabulary Learning Strategies Outside of School

As communication in English relies on a robust vocabulary, high school learners must now take responsibility for independently mastering vocabulary through effective learning strategies driven by the shift toward promoting learner autonomy in modern teaching methods. Therefore, this study examines the vocabulary learning strategies that English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners use autonomously outside of school and the factors that influence their strategy choices. This qualitative study utilizes questionnaires and semi-structured interviews involving 66 eleventh-grade students from Istiqamah High School in Bandung, Indonesia, who completed the questionnaires and 4 of whom participated in the interviews. The results of this study reveal that learners exhibit a moderate level of autonomy and use vocabulary learning strategies at a moderate level. Metacognitive strategies are the most frequently employed, followed by determination, affective, social, compensation, memory, and cognitive strategies. The study also highlights several factors that influence learners' awareness of the importance of autonomy and the use of vocabulary learning strategies, including gender—where males tend to show higher levels of autonomy and strategy use—age, with 18-year-olds demonstrating higher autonomy and 17-year-olds more actively using vocabulary strategies, and motivation, driven by personality, goal achievement, and the desire to improve language skills. Personal consistency in learning also emerged as a critical factor in learners' success in improving their vocabulary. This research implies that students may benefit from focusing on metacognitive strategies as a practical approach to learning vocabulary in English.

The Proposal of the “Classroom-Workplace” Model in University-Enterprise Joint Training in Vietnam

The purpose of this article is to propose a solution for training oriented towards developing professional competence for the students, using the “Classroom - Workplace” model. The theoretical research is based on the theory of teaching for the development of professional competence. It utilizes modern teaching methods to provide a scientific basis for the innovation of teaching methods at the university. Practical research is conducted using a mixed method, combining qualitative and quantitative approaches to assess the current state of training quality through training products and propose a teaching model that combines the university with the business environment. Based on the research results, the article suggests the “Classroom - Workplace” model to implement teaching aimed at developing professional competence for students to meet the current labor market requirements.

GIẢI PHÁP NÂNG CAO HIỆU QUẢ GIÁO DỤC ĐẠI HỌC TRONG KỶ NGUYÊN 4.0: TỐI ƯU HÌNH THỨC DẠY HỌC TRỰC TUYẾN VÀ ĐỔI MỚI, SÁNG TẠO TRONG CÔNG TÁC KIỂM TRA - ĐÁNH GIÁ

In the trend of globalization, under the impact of the Industrial Revolution 4.0, teaching activities at universities need to be thoroughly innovated and apply modern teaching methods and forms to meet the requirements of promoting students' positivity, initiative, and creativity; improve knowledge exploration and discovery skills, teamwork skills, self-study and self-research skills, etc. This suggests a modern form of teaching to be born: online teaching. Along with that is constant creativity and innovation in designing teaching materials as well as adjusting the assessment method of lecturers. However, reality shows that, due to many different reasons, the implementation of online teaching and the current teaching material design skills of most lecturers are still limited. The article will focus on analyzing the current situation of implementing online teaching, the causes of slow innovation in testing and assessment activities in the university teaching process. From there, contribute solutions to improve this situation. Keywords: Online teaching form; technological platform; online teaching channels and models; testing - evaluation

Metode moderne de predare a limbajului de specialitate

In the educational process, both the teacher and the student act using teaching and learning methods that influence the quality of work and the efficiency of the learning process. The methods used in higher education, namely teaching specialized language in a foreign language, vary from classical to modern ones, adapted to the specific context. Innovative methods involve learning through communication and collaboration, facilitating the confrontation of ideas and opinions, and creating learning situations focused on cooperation and active participation. Among the modern teaching methods are also the cluster method and mind mapping, which are used to channel students' creativity and to organize and synthesize knowledge. The cluster method is an interactive technique for learning vocabulary, which encourages association and expansion of vocabulary in a visual and interactive way. On the other hand, mind mapping is a graphic representation of ideas, providing a more organized and hierarchical structure. Both techniques have advantages and disadvantages, and the choice between them may depend on preferences and the specific purpose of use in the learning process.

ИГРА КАК ФОРМА ОРГАНИЗАЦИИ РЕЧЕВОЙ ДЕЯТЕЛЬНОСТИ В ПРОЦЕССЕ ОВЛАДЕНИЯ РУССКИМ КАК ИНОСТРАННЫМ ЯЗЫКОМ

The form of Organization of the Game in Speech Activity in the Process of Mastering Non-Native (Russian) Language Summary The article focuses on the role of game in teaching Russian as a foreign language. Emphasis is placed on didactic functions of the game during the formation of the communicative competence. The relevance of the research is determined by the change in the educational paradigm and the increasing interest in the game forms of practical training. The role of the game in the light of new educational tasks is analyzed. The role of the game in the development of students' communication skills is shown. The article concludes that the usage of the game gives a positively affection on the learning process and its results. Key words: game method, communicative games, interactivity, modern teaching methods, Russian as a foreign language

The impact of using educational videos for the subject of management and economics on first-year female students Leadership and Business, in the North Hebron District

Technology has now become an urgent necessity in various fields, and it performs many functions that save people time and effort, and among these fields are: the educational process, where the demand for it has increased; Because of its ability to increase students’ effectiveness and academic achievement, especially educational videos. This study aimed to demonstrate the impact of using educational videos on raising the achievement of first year secondary school students - the Entrepreneurship and Business Branch in the subject of Management and Economics - at Bani Naim Secondary School for Girls. The experimental method was used to achieve the aim of the study. Due to its accuracy in observing the study population and its suitability to the research tool. The study demonstrated the positive impact of educational videos on the study population (students of entrepreneurship and business at Bani Naim Secondary School for Girls), as the students’ academic achievement increased and their grades in that subject rose. The researcher recommends that the teacher introduce educational videos into the teaching process, and consider them one of the modern educational methods in the teaching process

Exploring Instructional Strategies and Environmental Factors that Influence Student Creativity in Piano Teaching

This study aims to explore the instructional strategies and environmental factors that influence student creativity in piano teaching. Through a systematic literature review, the research examines past studies in this field. The findings highlight the benefits of creative activities for students’ social, emotional, cognitive, and musical development. Effective instructional strategies such as improvisation and composition, as well as environmental factors like home settings and classroom climate, significantly impact student creativity. Additionally, the use of technology in modern piano teaching enhances student creativity. The study also discusses the application and challenges of various assessment methods for measuring creativity in piano students. The results indicate that both traditional and modern teaching methods have their advantages, and a combined approach may better foster overall student creativity and skill development. Future research should further analyze the long-term effects of creative instructional strategies and the specific environmental factors that influence student creativity.

Pedagogical games in the educational process as a tool for developing students’ meta-subject skills

Introduction. In the modern educational space, innovative methods and approaches are being actively introduced to improve the quality and accessibility of education. Particular attention is paid to the use of gaming technologies in the educational process to develop students' meta-subject skills, which is important for preparing for the rapidly changing conditions of our time. The purpose of the study is to study the effectiveness of using pedagogical games during extracurricular time for the formation of meta-subject skills in students studying in various pedagogical profiles. Materials and methods. A total of 145 students of a pedagogical university took part in the study, of which 66 students were included in the focus group. All students were examined using certain psychodiagnostic techniques aimed at identifying parameters for the development of creative and critical thinking, as well as communication and organizational abilities. Over the course of 2 months, students selected for the focus group participated in a formative experiment, within the framework of which 7 pedagogical games were developed and conducted, aimed at developing certain meta-subject skills among the experiment participants – communication and creative abilities, willingness to cooperate and critical thinking. The entire series of 7 games was developed by specialists from the A. Dinaev Pedagogical Workshop, operating at the Chechen State Pedagogical University. Results. Based on the results of the study, empirical data was obtained indicating the effectiveness of pedagogical games in the development of certain meta-subject skills in students, such as creativity and some communication skills. The results of the study indicate that, as a result of the formative experiment, students who took part in specially organized game-format events demonstrated significantly higher rates in the development of creative abilities (t=2.879; p=0.005) and certain communication skills (t=2.058; p =0.041), which indicates the effectiveness of using pedagogical game technologies for the purpose of developing meta-subject skills in students. Conclusion. Pedagogical games are an effective tool in the educational process for the development of students' meta-subject skills. Their use not only helps to increase motivation and interest in the educational process, but also develops in students important competencies necessary for successful adaptation to modern challenges. The results of the study can be used for the further development of pedagogical methods and the introduction of gaming technologies into the educational process.

Psychological Principles in Education: Reviewing William James' Impact on Teaching Practices

The well-known psychologist William James made significant contributions to educational theory that significantly affected how teachers imparted knowledge. William James was a prominent psychologist in the late 19th and early 20th century who made substantial contributions to education. Theory and practice in education have been greatly influenced by his knowledge of human consciousness, emotion, and behavior. This review of the literature aims to find out how James' psychological theories have influenced contemporary teaching methods. This review attempts to provide educators with useful guidance for enhancing student growth and learning, with an emphasis on James' theories and their relevance to modern classrooms. The significance of the study is to know about James’ psychological theories that influence modern teaching pedagogies and learning and by studying this study educators can find guidance for improving and enhancing student learning and growth. The conclusion of the study shows that modern teaching methods are highly influenced by James’ ideas like habit formation, students’ attention and engagement, and the nature of awareness moreover, implementation of James’ ideas may help teachers improve the students’ results and performance as these provide more interesting, engaging, and effective learning environments. James’ philosophies are useful for the implication of modern educational trends like active learning techniques, the creation of mindful activities, social and emotional learning, and student-centered learning.