FORMAL AND INFORMAL EDUCATION

FORMAL AND INFORMAL EDUCATION

Formal vs. Non-formal Education

Formal education is classroom-based, provided by trained teachers. Informal education happens outside the classroom, in after-school programs, community-based organizations, museums, libraries, or at home.

What are the main differences between the two?

In general, classrooms have the same kids and the same teachers every day. After-school programs are often drop-in, so attendance is inconsistent, as is leadership. You can assume that classroom-based teachers have a certain level of training in educational philosophy, effective teaching strategies, classroom management, and content. After-school providers, by contrast, vary in experience and knowledge of teaching techniques, content expertise, and group management. Teachers need to meet educational standards and stick to a specified curriculum. After-school programs can be more flexible with their content.

Multiple Choice

Formal education is classroom-based, provided by trained teachers.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Multiple Choice

Informal education happens outside the classroom.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Multiple Choice

after-school programs, community-based organizations, museums, libraries, or at home are examples of formal education.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Open Ended

WHAT IS THE MAIN IDEA OF THE TEXT?

Open Ended

WHICH DO YOU THINK IS THE BEST WAY TO LEARN? WHY?

Open Ended

WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT VIRTUAL CLASSES?