MEANINGFUL LEARNING X MECHANICAL LEARNING

Abstract

The aim of current research is to draw a parallel between meaningful learning and rote learning, focusing on the conceptualization and differences between each type of learning. In this scope, the questions that guide the development of the research are: What is the concept of meaningful and mechanical learning? What is the difference between meaningful and rote learning? To seek answers to these questions, we chose to use bibliographical research (narrative review) and a qualitative approach. As main results, it can be seen that for a long time the school treats the student as a passive agent in the teaching and learning process, where the student stays at school for hours just listening to the teacher speak and transfer information, with activities that require memorization and processes. mechanics that do not favor effective learning. In contrast to this type of passive and memorization (mechanical) learning, meaningful learning arises, considered as that which makes sense to the student, close to their reality, which starts from what the student knows, which is based on potentially significant material promotes classes of interest to the student and distances itself from the first type of learning. Therefore, the second is considered more appropriate for today's students, and it is suggested that teachers promote meaningful learning in the classroom.