Exploring students perspectives on learning by teaching
Journal of Applied Research in Higher Education
ISSN: 2050-7003
Article publication date: 12 March 2020
Issue publication date: 15 December 2020
Abstract
Purpose
The perception of the learning-by-teaching method has been investigated in an Information Systems Engineering course to explore the critical factors for its perception and acceptance by students.
Design/methodology/approach
The students' perception of the learning-by-teaching method in a course on Web Engineering is analyzed by qualitative interviews in this research paper.
Findings
The results indicate that it is considered beneficial as long as the students are motivated to participate in the setting, understand why they have to work out their own solution and feel enabled to meet the requirements.
Practical implication
This study provides valuable information what is critical for the success of this didactic method, including practical implications.
Originality/value
This study provides an in-depth case study and shows that a clear structure and additional sources through professionals and peers are vital for project-oriented group work in higher education.
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Acknowledgements
The present work was funded by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research in project EVELIN under grant number 01PL17022E. The authors are responsible for the content of this publication.
Citation
Bergande, B., Weilemann, E. and Brune, P. (2020), "Exploring students perspectives on learning by teaching", Journal of Applied Research in Higher Education, Vol. 12 No. 5, pp. 1221-1231. https://doi.org/10.1108/JARHE-05-2019-0112
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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