Passive learning

Passive learning is a teaching method where students receive information from the instructor and internalize it.

[3] The effectiveness of traditional instruction and passive learning methods have been under debate for some time.

[2] The modern origins of progressive education, with active learning as a component, can be traced back to the 18th century works of John Locke and Jean-Jacques Rousseau, both of whom are known as forerunners of ideas that would be developed by 20th century theorists such as John Dewey.

Locke wrote that "truth and knowledge… arise out of observation and experience rather than manipulation of accepted or given ideas".

[4] Advantages of passive learning include: A randomized, controlled trial comparing passive (60-minute lecture) and active (30-minute lecture along with interactions between student pairs) showed no differences between the two methods in students' knowledge or attitudes.