Coach Takeshi’s Pedagogy
I use four mental models to describe my pedagogy (theory and practice of education):
1️⃣ Structured + Unstructured Learning
Lecturing, teaching, and textbook learning fall into the realm of structured learning.
Coaching, mentoring, and parental conversations are examples of unstructured learning.
In between, we have hybrid and blended learning, which encompasses everything else — or more accurately, everything, as learning is seldom completely structured or unstructured. Training, facilitation, workshops, practicing, debating, playing, and work itself are good examples of hybrid and blended learning.
👁 Why They Matter
Structured learning provides a solid foundation, ensuring a shared base of information and skills, while unstructured learning cultivates flexibility, critical thinking, and adaptability to real-world challenges. Understanding both structured and unstructured learning leads to effective application of hybrid, blended learning, which allows learning to be an everyday and lifelong practice.
2️⃣ Vertical & Horizontal Learning
Vertical learning refers to learning in a planned, formal setting with a teacher or instructor. This includes classroom sessions, workshops, group and individual training, tutoring, and…
