Practices that blend academic rigour with practical application, such as project-based learning, service learning, and community-based projects, are the best examples of authentic paedagogy today. These characteristics aid in the development of knowledge as well as skills, agency, and responsibility that go beyond the classroom.

This paedagogy places learning in authentic contexts, in contrast to conventional rote instruction. Students' motivation and engagement are increased when they immediately see the connections between the material covered in class and current social issues.