In this article, the author describes three approaches in learning autonomy; namely individual cognitive, social interactive and experimental participatory perspective. Then the author introduces tandem learning which is somewhat a new idea to me, probably because I am not a teacher or engaged in the field of education. Nevertheless, the principle and practice of tandem learning may not be suitable for every student, unless the learner has acquired sufficient learner autonomy.
As pointed out in the article and by many classmates, the success of tandem learning approach may rely on many factors such as the personal characters of the learners, a suitable partner with common interest and goals, a favourable learning topic and environment etc. All these may affect the success of tandem learning. Also, it is not easy to reflect the learning process unless the communications between partners is closely monitored by the teacher, which in practice is difficult. All in all, tandem learning provides students an opportunity to motive greater participation and incentive in their learning which should be promoted and encouraged in pursuing their learning career.
As pointed out in the article and by many classmates, the success of tandem learning approach may rely on many factors such as the personal characters of the learners, a suitable partner with common interest and goals, a favourable learning topic and environment etc. All these may affect the success of tandem learning. Also, it is not easy to reflect the learning process unless the communications between partners is closely monitored by the teacher, which in practice is difficult. All in all, tandem learning provides students an opportunity to motive greater participation and incentive in their learning which should be promoted and encouraged in pursuing their learning career.
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