Vermengde leer : innovering in die onderrig van Praktiese Teologie aan voorgraadse studente
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2013-02
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Blended learning: Innovation in the teaching of practical theology to undergraduate students.
Blended learning is becoming increasingly prevalent in the academic environment. This
approach to learning was developed for various reasons, including the problem of information
overloading and the need for integration of theory and praxis. Recent research indicates that
changes in the brain necessary for success in the learning process are related to numerous
factors like practical exercises, emotions and background factors while learning. The purpose
of this research was to evaluate through empirical research the innovative use of blended
learning by first-year students in practical theology. The results of two empirical surveys
indicate a positive experience of a variety of forms of learning by the students. The results
are interpreted with the aid of theoretical insights from the fields of pedagogy and practical
theology. Four pedagogical strategies are discussed, all of which individually contribute to the
learning process. This includes pedagogies of contextualisation, interpretation, formation and
performance. In conclusion, a number of recommendations are made about the use of blended
learning in practical-theological teaching. It is done by making use of a case study within a
theodramatic approach to practical theology. The use of the film Son of Man is examined as
example in the light of the envisaged outcomes for practical-theological teaching.
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CITATION: Nell, I. A. 2013. Vermengde leer : innovering in die onderrig van Praktiese Teologie aan voorgraadse studente. HTS Teologiese Studies, 69(1), doi:10.4102/hts.v69i1.1241.
Publication of this article was funded by the Stellenbosch University Open Access Fund.
The original publication is available at http://www.hts.org.za
Publication of this article was funded by the Stellenbosch University Open Access Fund.
The original publication is available at http://www.hts.org.za
Keywords
Blended learning, Theology, Practical, College teaching
Citation
Nell, I. A. 2013. Vermengde leer : innovering in die onderrig van Praktiese Teologie aan voorgraadse studente. HTS Teologiese Studies, 69(1), doi:10.4102/hts.v69i1.1241.