Authentic Pedagogy allows the students to gain interest in the things that matter to them and that will be useful in life in the present and future. It encourages discovery and the development of ideas and to seek testing to prove theories.
I think that Authentic Pedagogy is the solution to the dilemma I have about how to make my student love learning. Through the implementation of Authentic Pedagogy in the classroom from arranging the seats and table in a more welcoming way as fro example a circularize manner or facing each other in tables, will bring a fluid interaction and opportunities to have conversation and active listening. Students will develop confidence in themselves, in their projects in the teachers as guides and mentors and the organization or school.

• Quitiana Goff

I read this article and wanted to give my Vison on it.
My Vision for an Effective Pedagogical Approach
Education in the 21st century is evolving rapidly, yet many students, particularly in developing countries, struggle to attain proficiency in reading and writing. As an educator, I envision a pedagogical approach that moves beyond conventional teaching methods to embrace a more dynamic and effective learning experience. I believe that the key to unlocking students' potential lies in the strategic integration of both didactic and authentic pedagogy.
The Need for a Hybrid Approach
Traditional teaching methods have long been centered around didactic pedagogy a structured, teacher led approach where knowledge is delivered in a systematic and organized manner. This method has proven effective in helping students acquire foundational literacy and comprehension skills. However, as we prepare students for the complexities of the modern world, we must also acknowledge the limitations of this approach. While didactic teaching ensures knowledge retention, it does not always foster critical thinking, creativity, or real-world application.
On the other hand, authentic pedagogy provides students with the opportunity to think critically, explore concepts, and engage in meaningful discussions. By allowing students to initiate learning, discover theories, and construct knowledge through real-life experiences, authentic pedagogy nurtures curiosity and problem-solving skills. Yet, relying solely on this method may leave some students without the necessary structure to effectively organize and retain information.
This is why I believe that the most effective approach is not one or the other, but a strategic combination of both.
How Didactic and Authentic Pedagogy Complement Each Other
In my vision, education should be a balanced fusion of structured learning and experiential discovery. When teaching foundational concepts, I recognize the importance of structured didactic methods to ensure clarity and retention. However, to deepen understanding and encourage independent thinking, students must also engage in authentic learning experiences.
For example, when introducing a new concept, I would begin with a didactic approach, presenting key information in an organized manner to establish a solid foundation. Once students grasp the fundamentals, I would shift towards an authentic approach, encouraging them to explore the subject through discussion, problem-solving activities, and real-world applications. By alternating between these methods, students receive both guidance and the freedom to develop their own insights.
Advantages of the Hybrid Model
By integrating didactic and authentic pedagogy, we can:
Enhance Learning Retention: Structured teaching ensures that essential knowledge is firmly established, while interactive methods reinforce understanding through experience.
Develop Critical Thinking Skills: Encouraging students to explore concepts independently fosters creativity, problem-solving, and analytical thinking.
Increase Student Engagement: A mix of structured learning and hands-on exploration keeps students motivated and actively involved in their education.
Prepare Students for Real-World Challenges: By combining theoretical knowledge with practical applications, students gain the skills necessary for future success.

Implementing This Vision in the Classroom
To bring this vision to life, I advocate for a flexible and adaptive teaching strategy where educators assess the needs of their students and determine the appropriate balance between didactic and authentic methods.


In subjects requiring foundational literacy and technical skills, I would lean more on didactic instruction, ensuring clarity and comprehension.
For subjects that thrive on exploration and application, I would incorporate authentic learning experiences, allowing students to discover and construct knowledge themselves.
Most importantly, I would maintain the ability to fluidly transition between both methods, ensuring that students receive both structured guidance and the freedom to explore.

Conclusion
Education should not be confined to rigid structures nor left entirely to self-discovery. My vision is to create an educational environment where students benefit from the best of both worlds—where structured learning lays the groundwork for knowledge acquisition and authentic experiences deepen understanding and cultivate innovation. By embracing a hybrid approach, we can maximize student achievement and equip learners with the skills they need to thrive in an ever-changing world.
I have tried the combination of both approaches in my classes where I would start by a disease case before I explain the disease and ask my students about their opinions to the case and analyze their answers, I would then start explaining the case and then explain the details of the disease. For the class assignment was to ask to look for a disease that each group would be interested in and create a case questions and do role play that emphasize the disease clinical picture and discuss the so far discovered disease treatment , additionally I would ask all the students to give some more possible ideas for treatment , some of their ideas were actually being experimented for clinical study. This was all done while all students would add the input to each others assignments and grade each others work in a constructive way.
Muhammad, Ibrahim Abdullahi, The Role of Didactic and Authentic Pedagogy Toward Student’s Achievement (January 30, 2019). Available at SSRN:  https://ssrn.com/abstract=3325751Opens in a new tab
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Here some videos that also support the ideas :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUzp4IBs43Y
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q45C7UYAyFY

• Yasmine Lashine

The Role of a Didactic and Authentic Pedagogy Toward Student’s Achievement by Ibrahim A.M (2019)

The paper explores the impact of combining didactic and authentic pedagogy on students' academic success. It argues that while traditional didactic pedagogy—which involves structured and teacher-led instruction—is valuable for knowledge retention and foundational skills, it is insufficient alone. On the other hand, authentic pedagogy, which emphasizes student engagement, critical thinking, and real-world application, fosters deeper understanding but may not always be effective for all learners.

Key Points:
Didactic Pedagogy: A structured, teacher-led approach focusing on theoretical knowledge and basic skills. Effective for students needing guidance but can be outdated or rigid.
Authentic Pedagogy: A student-centered method that encourages discovery, discussion, and independent thinking. It enhances engagement but may challenge students who struggle with idea generation.
Integration of Both Methods: The paper suggests that alternating between didactic and authentic pedagogy can maximize learning outcomes, making education more effective and engaging.
Advantages of Combining Both: Enriches learning experiences, improves vocabulary, enhances retention, and stimulates imagination.
Recommendation:
Teachers should use a balanced approach, strategically choosing when to implement didactic or authentic methods based on students' needs and learning contexts.
Here is the link and citation to the paper : Muhammad, Ibrahim Abdullahi, The Role of Didactic and Authentic Pedagogy Toward Student’s Achievement (January 30, 2019). Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=3325751 or http://dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.3325751

• Yasmine Lashine

The Role of a Didactic and Authentic Pedagogy Toward Student’s Achievement by Ibrahim A.M (2019)

The paper explores the impact of combining didactic and authentic pedagogy on students' academic success. It argues that while traditional didactic pedagogy—which involves structured and teacher-led instruction—is valuable for knowledge retention and foundational skills, it is insufficient alone. On the other hand, authentic pedagogy, which emphasizes student engagement, critical thinking, and real-world application, fosters deeper understanding but may not always be effective for all learners.

Key Points:
Didactic Pedagogy: A structured, teacher-led approach focusing on theoretical knowledge and basic skills. Effective for students needing guidance but can be outdated or rigid.
Authentic Pedagogy: A student-centered method that encourages discovery, discussion, and independent thinking. It enhances engagement but may challenge students who struggle with idea generation.
Integration of Both Methods: The paper suggests that alternating between didactic and authentic pedagogy can maximize learning outcomes, making education more effective and engaging.
Advantages of Combining Both: Enriches learning experiences, improves vocabulary, enhances retention, and stimulates imagination.
Recommendation:
Teachers should use a balanced approach, strategically choosing when to implement didactic or authentic methods based on students' needs and learning contexts.
Here is the link and citation to the paper : Muhammad, Ibrahim Abdullahi, The Role of Didactic and Authentic Pedagogy Toward Student’s Achievement (January 30, 2019). Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=3325751 or http://dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.3325751

• Yasmine Lashine

Title: The Promise and Challenges of Authentic Education
Authentic education emerged as a response to the rigid structures of didactic pedagogy, focusing on child-centered learning and emphasizing personal experience and understanding over rote memorization. Thinkers like Maria Montessori and John Dewey championed this approach, arguing that education should nurture curiosity, creativity, and practical skills relevant to real life.

For example, Montessori’s concept of ‘free, natural’ education highlights the importance of creating an environment where children can explore and learn independently. Similarly, Dewey’s progressive education emphasized the role of experiential learning, where students actively engage with the world around them to develop critical thinking skills.

However, authentic education has not been without criticism. While it promises to make learning more meaningful, critics argue that it often fails to address systemic inequalities in education. As the course material suggests, authentic methods may unintentionally reinforce existing social structures by focusing too narrowly on individual experiences without challenging broader inequities.

This raises an important question: Can authentic education truly change life chances, or does it risk being overly idealistic? I believe the key lies in finding a balance—creating educational experiences that are both personal and transformative while addressing societal barriers.

What are your thoughts? How can we ensure authentic education fulfills its promise of creating equitable opportunities for all learners?

• Souad Atigi

A compelling vision of a learning environment that is student-centered, deeply engaging, and socially responsible is presented by Alfie Kohn in his articulation of progressive education. Conventional educational techniques, which place an emphasis on compliance, competition, and rote memorization, are challenged by his emphasis on personal drive, teamwork, and profound understanding. Kohn promotes the concept that education ought to be a dynamic, inquiry-driven process rather than a fixed system of instruction by arguing for active learning and learning that is student-centered.

One component of this argument that stands out as particularly compelling is the emphasis placed on social justice and community. This emphasis emphasizes the significance of preparing kids not just as learners but also as citizens who are empathetic and active. In his critique of traditional institutions, including as homework, standardized tests, and discipline based on rewards, he raises critical issues about the real usefulness of these systems in fostering long-term learning and curiosity. However, despite the fact that his vision is motivating, it may be difficult to put into practice, particularly under standardized education systems that place an emphasis on conformity and accountability.
In conclusion, Kohn's viewpoint highlights the importance of implementing educational reform that places a premium on student autonomy, meaningful participation, and ethical responsibility. It is possible that his approach is not generally adopted; yet, it provides a framework that is thought-provoking for reinventing the ways in which schools foster intellectual and moral development.

• Najia Hichmine

A compelling vision of a learning environment that is student-centered, deeply engaging, and socially responsible is presented by Alfie Kohn in his articulation of progressive education. Conventional educational techniques, which place an emphasis on compliance, competition, and rote memorization, are challenged by his emphasis on personal drive, teamwork, and profound understanding. Kohn promotes the concept that education ought to be a dynamic, inquiry-driven process rather than a fixed system of instruction by arguing for active learning and learning that is student-centered.

One component of this argument that stands out as particularly compelling is the emphasis placed on social justice and community. This emphasis emphasizes the significance of preparing kids not just as learners but also as citizens who are empathetic and active. In his critique of traditional institutions, including as homework, standardized tests, and discipline based on rewards, he raises critical issues about the real usefulness of these systems in fostering long-term learning and curiosity. However, despite the fact that his vision is motivating, it may be difficult to put into practice, particularly under standardized education systems that place an emphasis on conformity and accountability.
In conclusion, Kohn's viewpoint highlights the importance of implementing educational reform that places a premium on student autonomy, meaningful participation, and ethical responsibility. It is possible that his approach is not generally adopted; yet, it provides a framework that is thought-provoking for reinventing the ways in which schools foster intellectual and moral development.

• Najia Hichmine

A compelling vision of a learning environment that is student-centered, deeply engaging, and socially responsible is presented by Alfie Kohn in his articulation of progressive education. Conventional educational techniques, which place an emphasis on compliance, competition, and rote memorization, are challenged by his emphasis on personal drive, teamwork, and profound understanding. Kohn promotes the concept that education ought to be a dynamic, inquiry-driven process rather than a fixed system of instruction by arguing for active learning and learning that is student-centered.

One component of this argument that stands out as particularly compelling is the emphasis placed on social justice and community. This emphasis emphasizes the significance of preparing kids not just as learners but also as citizens who are empathetic and active. In his critique of traditional institutions, including as homework, standardized tests, and discipline based on rewards, he raises critical issues about the real usefulness of these systems in fostering long-term learning and curiosity. However, despite the fact that his vision is motivating, it may be difficult to put into practice, particularly under standardized education systems that place an emphasis on conformity and accountability.
In conclusion, Kohn's viewpoint highlights the importance of implementing educational reform that places a premium on student autonomy, meaningful participation, and ethical responsibility. It is possible that his approach is not generally adopted; yet, it provides a framework that is thought-provoking for reinventing the ways in which schools foster intellectual and moral development.

• Najia Hichmine

A compelling vision of a learning environment that is student-centered, deeply engaging, and socially responsible is presented by Alfie Kohn in his articulation of progressive education. Conventional educational techniques, which place an emphasis on compliance, competition, and rote memorization, are challenged by his emphasis on personal drive, teamwork, and profound understanding. Kohn promotes the concept that education ought to be a dynamic, inquiry-driven process rather than a fixed system of instruction by arguing for active learning and learning that is student-centered.

One component of this argument that stands out as particularly compelling is the emphasis placed on social justice and community. This emphasis emphasizes the significance of preparing kids not just as learners but also as citizens who are empathetic and active. In his critique of traditional institutions, including as homework, standardized tests, and discipline based on rewards, he raises critical issues about the real usefulness of these systems in fostering long-term learning and curiosity. However, despite the fact that his vision is motivating, it may be difficult to put into practice, particularly under standardized education systems that place an emphasis on conformity and accountability.
In conclusion, Kohn's viewpoint highlights the importance of implementing educational reform that places a premium on student autonomy, meaningful participation, and ethical responsibility. It is possible that his approach is not generally adopted; yet, it provides a framework that is thought-provoking for reinventing the ways in which schools foster intellectual and moral development.

• Najia Hichmine

A compelling vision of a learning environment that is student-centered, deeply engaging, and socially responsible is presented by Alfie Kohn in his articulation of progressive education. Conventional educational techniques, which place an emphasis on compliance, competition, and rote memorization, are challenged by his emphasis on personal drive, teamwork, and profound understanding. Kohn promotes the concept that education ought to be a dynamic, inquiry-driven process rather than a fixed system of instruction by arguing for active learning and learning that is student-centered.

One component of this argument that stands out as particularly compelling is the emphasis placed on social justice and community. This emphasis emphasizes the significance of preparing kids not just as learners but also as citizens who are empathetic and active. In his critique of traditional institutions, including as homework, standardized tests, and discipline based on rewards, he raises critical issues about the real usefulness of these systems in fostering long-term learning and curiosity. However, despite the fact that his vision is motivating, it may be difficult to put into practice, particularly under standardized education systems that place an emphasis on conformity and accountability.

In conclusion, Kohn's viewpoint highlights the importance of implementing educational reform that places a premium on student autonomy, meaningful participation, and ethical responsibility. It is possible that his approach is not generally adopted; yet, it provides a framework that is thought-provoking for reinventing the ways in which schools foster intellectual and moral development.

• Najia Hichmine