Development of learning and feedback giving skills in Home Economics and Technologies education
2018
Pridane, A., Latvia Univ. of Life Sciences and Technologies, Jelgava (Latvia). Inst. of Education and Home Economics
The article highlights the necessity for self-directed learning and feedback skills in development of pupils' learning. They so far have not received enough attention in the content of the curriculum. Using the lessons learned in pedagogical studies, it is grounded that learning to learn does not only make it possible for Home Economics to learn, but also in any area of life, in all contexts, and it has a significant impact on learning progress and achievement. The aim of the research is to evaluate the pupils' learning skills of 6th-8th grade Jelgava Secondary school N4 in Home Economics and Technologies program Textiles according to the theoretical knowledge and conclusions. The research used methods of questioning, data mathematical processing and evaluation. The results of the survey show that the students have generally good learning skills and show specific aspects of improving them. The example of feedback in this article while learning the subject on How to Knit an Item provides information for the teacher how to organize the learning process effectively for improving pupils' learning skills.
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