Learning by memorization: This is the most basic type of learning, the kind that nearly everyone is familiar with. You learn a bunch of relevant facts, and then get tested on your ability to memorize these facts. From the ABCs, to multiplication tables, stretching all the way to later history classes and mathematical formulas, learning by memorization is fairly commonplace, at least from what I’ve encountered in my educational experiences.
Learning by doing: Learning by doing involves the practical applications of things. I’ve seen this the most in my science classes, through things like dissections, labs measuring specific forces, and more. Learning by doing involves experimentation, and forming your own hypothesis. But, this does not just have to be limited to science classes — deriving formulas is used in mathematical, especially when learning about proofs. Classes like history or English, which are more theoretical are harder to learn by doing.
Learning by discussing: This is rooted in the idea that there’s no one right answer to a question. Only by gaining the ability to consider the multitude of perspectives that exist can we actually learn more in-depth about a subject. It’s also the most political controversial for both sides — progressives hate discussions that could contradict their beliefs (for example the absolutely horrible discussions about benefits of slavery that people are forced to learn in Florida), while conservatives rail against discussions over critical theory. Discussions are mostly found in English class, but other classes can involve them, depending on the structure of the curriculum.
These are most likely not all the different perspectives on how students best learn, and they definitely should not be taken as absolutes. A mixture of these styles is necessary for a well-rounded education. So, NationStates, what is the best way to make learning truly valuable?