Skills for Inclusive and Collaborative Learning on the Go

Abstract

This chapter examines selected philosophical, psychological, and cognitive theories of learning pertaining to the traditional program development, examines characteristics of current learning environment, and puts forward some educational propositions that may be of service in the global K-20 schooling. The focus is put on a need for integrative learning with an iterative model of introducing concepts and information, introduction of universal languages such as Latin, Music, and Mathematics, teaching and learning visually with the use of visualization techniques, teaching coding in various computer languages, instruction in serious gaming, inclusion of virtual reality into school environment, and teaching on the go through the use of social platforms for global exchange of thought. The proposed instructional design model focuses on developing skills that correspond to the needs and expectations typical of present-day society.