Experiential Approach in Learning Life Cycle of Plants among Grade Three Pupils in Waldorf School of Batangas

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

To create globally competitive pupils is the goal of education. Experiential approach is one of the effective approaches that any school can use. But how effective is this approach? In this study researcher witnessed the progress of each pupil in different subject matters and lessons especially in Science. In this study, the preparations phase, where the flow of the lesson is specified like the motivation, presentation of the lesson, activities, discussions, and application was examined. This approach can help education in attaining its goal.

METHODS

A descriptive method design was applied, with the lesson plans as the main data gathering instrument. Using an Experiential Approach, the researcher selected Grade 3 pupils in Waldorf School of Batangas as respondents. Pupils responded using different set of performances to test their learning in different lessons in Science. The data gathered were collected through documentary analysis of the Experiential Approach in learning the life cycle of plants.

RESULTS

Grade 3 pupils performed different activities through (1) distinct feature of experiential approach, (2) lessons in life cycle of plants in which experiential approach could be applied, (3) performances of the pupils in each lesson, and (4) designed activities to supplement the use of experiential approach. Grade 3 pupils have a very high level of performance which indicates that majority of the pupils understand the importance of plants. In this study, the effectiveness of the approach was seen for learning. Pupils are also motivated when they are provided opportunities for practice and feedback. There are proposed supplementary activities to enrich the use of the Experiential Approach in teaching Science.

DISCUSSIONS

The results demonstrate the effectiveness of the Experiential Approach in learning different lessons especially in Science. In experiential learning, the pupils manage their own learning rather than being told what to do and when to do it. Although it’s time-consuming to see the results of each activity in every lesson, learning was retained in the memory of the pupils. Experiential Learning teaches pupils the competencies they need for real-world success.