Exploring Programmed Learning and Autonomous Learning

Hey everyone! 

Today, I want to dive into the world of programmed learning and how it compares with autonomous learning.

So, what exactly is programmed learning? It’s an educational approach with plenty of definitions, but at its core, it’s a research-based system designed to help learners succeed. The idea behind it is to guide learners step by step, ensuring they progress smoothly. Programmed learning follows several key principles, like:

- Small steps: Information is broken down into bite-sized pieces.

- Active response: Learners actively engage with the material.

- Immediate feedback: You get instant confirmation on whether you're right or wrong.

- Self-pacing: Go at your own speed, no rush, take your time

- Self-evaluation: Check your own progress as you go.

The beauty of this method? It can be delivered through digital platforms, which is perfect for today’s tech. The main goals are pretty straightforward:

1. To encourage learning by doing.

2. To allow students to progress at their own pace.

3. To let students learn independently, without needing a teacher by their side.

Take Khan Academy, for example. 

It’s a fantastic example of programmed learning in action. The content is broken down into manageable steps, with quizzes and immediate feedback to keep learners on track and reinforce the material.

What’s great about this approach is how it empowers learners to take control of their own education whether you're in a classroom or learning from home.

Here is the link for Khan Academy ;

https://www.khanacademy.org/

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Now let’s move on and go to the autonomous Learning 

So what is autonomous learning? Autonomous learning is a method where the student learning independently within guidance. Autonomous learning focuses on how they managing their own learning experience.

There are 2 ways so the learners can used Autonomous learning: 

1. Through the quizzing platforms 

2. Through flashcards platforms 

 What are they? 

Basically learner can choose which one of app that is most suitable for them. 

Here is the link for kahoot! And quizizz:

https://kahoot.com/

https://quizizz.com/join

In summary, programmed learning offers more structured guidance and provides immediate feedback, while autonomous learning empowers students to take control to their own learning process, emphasized independent and self motivation.

In my opinion, both methods are very useful for learners because they can be used on digital platforms. Nowadays, these approaches help people who find studying difficult and make learning easier. Both have positive and negative sides, and it depends on how they are used. Some people might find programmed learning too complicated, but it is very helpful for those who need detailed explanations. On the other hand, autonomous learning might only be effective for subjects that learners have already mastered, and it may not help them learn new things.

With love, Far🌸