Imitation of learning
Group discussion
Azeez
We are always particular about our learning outcomes are achieved and we do follow certain ways or modes of teaching which are time tested or not.
If you ask me what are your best ways to teach, then I say , I don't know. Because teaching and learning is a process and not a procedure to follow.
If my teachings reach my students mind, then I feel like standing on the top of the world and looking forward.
Teaching is reached when it is delivered from your heart to the taught.
Now let us see how children learn from what we taught them. What are the steps or procedures they follow to learn from us. That's learning income. Everyone learns… how they learn is unknown. Is teaching a method of learning. To some it is.
It is believed, most kids learn by imitating. So, it is so very important to have the right examples available to children. Yes, everyone learns differently, and teaching can be a method of learning for some people. It is important to understand that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to teaching or learning, and educators need to be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of their students.
As mentioned, children often learn by imitating, and having positive role models and examples is important for their development.
In addition to imitating, children also learn through play, exploration, and hands-on experiences.
It's important to provide opportunities for children to engage in these types of learning experiences, as they can be highly effective for promoting development and helping children make connections between concepts.
Ultimately, the goal of teaching is to support students in their learning journey and help them reach their full potential.
This requires a commitment to ongoing learning and growth, as well as a willingness to adapt to the changing needs of students over time.
Now it comes into our mind the meaning of imitation. What is imitation and why is it important?
Imitation is not imagination. Imagination cannot be used for imitation.
¶ Imitation in learning :
Imitation is a common and effective way of learning, especially for young children. When children imitate, they observe and copy the behavior of others, which can help them learn new skills and behaviors.
Children often imitate the actions and language of parents, teachers, and other role models, and this can be a powerful way for them to learn social norms, language, and other important skills. For example, when a child imitates their parents by saying "please" and "thank you," they are learning important social skills and manners.
In addition to learning social skills, imitation can also help children learn new physical skills, such as sports or musical instruments. By observing and copying the movements of others, children can develop muscle memory and coordination, which can help them improve their performance over time.
It's important to note, however, that not all imitation is positive or beneficial. Children can also imitate negative behaviors, such as aggression or disrespect, if they are exposed to them.
As an example here to quote for you is, a language teacher should be a language teacher who is blessed with cultural values, body language and lifestyle.
For example, an English teacher should be able to live in the cultural values of English.
Now something pricks our mind. Can imitation support children to learn subjects like physics, maths and science....
I will say YES. Here comes learning methods like discovery method, project method, experiments, assignments....Learning of this kind naturally equals machine learning technique. There is no doubt that our brain is a machine made out of neurons, memory....
Once you start dancing as you are a dance teacher, they start to imitate you. A dance teacher gets her learning outcomes achieved.
If I m a physics teacher, I should behave like a physicist with lots of discovery ideas, various definitions of thinking about learning than teaching.
Naturally children start working with you. My physics teacher gives a better answer to any solutions.... These are the residues deposits in children's minds and that trust upon you makes the learning outcomes to attain.
On the other side, if a physics teacher behaves as physical health care teacher and physical health care teacher behaves as physics teacher, surely both of them cannot attain their goals.
Therefore in short:
Imitation learning is a type of machine learning technique where an agent learns to perform a task by observing an expert performing the same task.
It is a useful approach for learning subjects because it allows the learner to model the expert's behavior and quickly acquire the necessary skills to perform the task.
In the context of education, imitation learning can be used to teach a wide range of subjects, from basic motor skills to complex cognitive tasks.
For example, it could be used to teach a student how to solve a math problem by observing a teacher solving similar problems. Similarly, it could be used to teach a student how to write a compelling essay by studying examples of excellent writing.
Imitation learning has several advantages over other forms of learning, such as trial-and-error learning, which can be time-consuming and potentially hazardous.
With imitation learning, the learner can avoid making mistakes and can quickly acquire the necessary skills to perform the task.
Moreover, imitation learning can be easily integrated with other machine learning techniques such as reinforcement learning and deep learning, which can enhance the learning process and enable the learner to perform even more complex tasks.
In conclusion, imitation learning is a powerful and effective technique for learning subjects, and it has the potential to transform the way we teach and learn in the future.
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Dr. Sekar Srinivasan
Imitating an act or sequence is more psychological.
It swings between the complexes in the early childhood. This is much evident from primary and kg children trying to reflect what teacher or mother or any close associate does.
It developed later into mockery at times and to make pun or fun at others.
No doubt it is a form of skill but natural.
Heroic deeds starts from imitation which enhances imagination.
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Dr. Jaqualine Mahadhik
Imitation means copying the words, facial expressions, or actions of another person. Sometimes imitation is flattering, but often it's just annoying — like when your little brother does it to drive you crazy.
Imitation helps children to mimic verbal language, which is a step to further their language development. When used correctly, it will show children how words connect to actions and behaviors which helps children learn to associate specific tasks with words.
Imitation leads to the development of motor skills in children. It is also an important mechanism for cognitive development. Modelling through imitation is a preferred way of teaching social skills and proper etiquette to school-goers. Students learn much better when it is linked to the concept where they model their behaviour on the basis of “imitating” the instructor. Teachers also gain a lot of advantages while incorporating this practice of imitation in their lesson modules.
Imitation is a crucial aspect of skill development, because it allows us to learn new things quickly and efficiently by watching those around us. Most children learn everything from gross motor movements, to speech, to interactive play skills by watching parents, caregivers, siblings, and peers perform these behaviors.
Consider the following interaction: a mother covers her face with her hands, then quickly removes her hands to reveal her smiling face and says, “peekaboo!” The young child loves this, tries on her own, but can’t quite get her arms and hands to cooperate. Mom provides some hand-over-hand prompting to help her daughter cover and reveal her face. For each attempt, the child gets a lot of positive feedback from mom, even though she got some help. Mom then takes a turn, and her daughter tries again, on her own this time, doing more of the movement independently. Again, mom praises, as this time the child has done even better. Over time, mom fades the prompts until her daughter can participate independently and imitate more complex behaviors. Her hands may flail about at first, but after lots of practice, she gets better. She may even respond in a more complex fashion by pairing the action with a vocalization and surprised look. Eventually, as she gets really good, mom will praise only the more complex behavior.
Imitation helps children to mimic verbal language, which is a step to further their language development. When used correctly, it will show children how words connect to actions and behaviors which helps children learn to associate specific tasks with words.
Imitation can be taught to kids in a variety of different ways:
-Gross Motor Imitation: Clapping hands or touching your nose
-Play Imitation: Driving a toy car or pretending to eat/drink
-Sound Imitation: Imitating sounds during play (animal sounds or car sounds)
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