Generative vs. Receptive Learning
Found in: About The Method, Playing-Based Methodology
Joanne C., Australia
I’m writing a blog about the difference between generative and receptive learning. This is what I have so far on generative learning. Do you agree? How would you define receptive learning?
“This is the difference between ‘generative’ and ‘receptive’ learning. Generative learning requires that a student uses existing, already learned knowledge and applies that knowledge to new situations with a willingness to experiment and explore. This type of learning allows students to reorganise information and integrate it with new ideas which fosters a great sense of creativity and an openness to delve into unchartered waters. That is, new territory that is not yet mapped out for them. They become explorers on a journey forging new ground. Nothing is more exciting!”
Un Mani, Australia
I love that you are doing this. Is there worth in putting something about, “This way can sometimes take more courage because the pathway is not clearly laid out.”
Leeanne I., Australia
Receptive learning is being told what to do without any practical application.
Joanne C., Australia
Thanks Leanne. This is what I have written which I think is a long way of saying what you have said : ) “Receptive learning on the other hand (which is how I learnt piano) requires that a student follows a set of instructions that have already been determined to be the ‘map’ or key to understanding a topic. Learning receptively generally requires these instructions be in written form and followed according to the criteria that has already been universally established.”
Original discussion started October 25, 2018