Integrating Cognitive Flexibility Enhancing Teaching Methods into Pedagogy to Foster Deep Learning
Abstract
This study examines how pedagogy can integrate teaching methods that enhances Cognitive Flexibility in developing a deep learning environment. Cognitive flexibility represents an individual's mental capacity that allows them to move on from any given concept and, at the same time, think about various concepts. It is an executive function of the human brain that enables people to cope effectively with novel and complex problems. It investigates alternative means of teaching which could be used in the development of cognitive flexibility, such as problem-based learning, inquiry-based learning, and collaborative learning and examines how these processes could be engaged in creating a constructive and innovative learning environment. The current research, adopts both qualitative techniques as well quantitative analysis to arrive at a reliable conclusion. The findings illustrate how Cognitive flexibility enhancing teaching methods build depth in learning.
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