MODULAR TEACHING OF NATURE AND SOCIETY

Proceedings of 2nd International Scientific Conference Teaching, Learning and Teacher Education (TLTE 2025) (pp. 49-59)

АУТОР(И) / AUTHOR(S): Ivko Nikolić , Ljiljana Mitić , Emilija Tasić Stanojković

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.46793/2TLTE.045N

САЖЕТАК / ABSTRACT:

. In contemporary educational systems, there is an increasing emphasis on improving teaching methods in accordance with new pedagogical theories and the development of educational technologies. One of the approaches that stands out due to its flexibility and student-centered orientation is modular teaching. Modular teaching represents a model of organizing the educational process through thematically and functionally integrated units, modules that enable students to actively engage in learning through various sources of knowledge, work methods, and forms of participation. In the context of the subject Nature and Society, this model allows for the connection of theoretical content with students’ everyday experiences, the development of functional knowledge, and the encouragement of critical thinking and a spirit of inquiry. The interdisciplinary dimension of modular teaching is particularly significant, as it contributes to a better understanding of cross-curricular connections and prepares students for complex life situations. This paper analyzes the fundamental principles of modular teaching, its advantages in terms of individualization and active learning, as well as the challenges related to its implementation in the school context. Furthermore, specific guidelines are presented for the successful application of the modular approach in teaching Nature and Society in primary education, with a focus on contemporary didactic practices and an inclusive approach to learning

КЉУЧНЕ РЕЧИ / KEYWORDS:

modular teaching, Nature and Society, education, active learning, thematic planning, interdisciplinarity

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