In systems such as IGCSE and AS/A levels, concept based learning can improve student cognition of aims and assessment objectives by giving students real-life application and higher level understanding.

This episode discusses the developing role of concept-based curriculum and instruction and explores why and how this approach is so valuable for teaching and learning.

What is concept-based instruction? Concept-based instruction is driven by “big ideas” rather than subject-specific content. By leading students to consider the context in which they will use their …

Apr 26, 2024 · Concept-based learning is a three-dimensional approach that combines concepts, content, and skills through inquiry-driven instruction, encouraging connections within, between, and …

• Concept-Based units focus on using content—topics, facts, and skills—to investigate the relationship among concepts. • Uncovering the relationship among concepts produces learning that can transfer …

Concept-based inquiry is a teaching and learning approach that can be used with any subject or multidisciplinary curriculum. By activating students as thinkers, we increase conceptual …

Concept-Based learning is a form of learning organized around transferable understandings. Knowledge and skill provide the foundation for a deeper level of conceptual understanding.

Dec 27, 2023 · At the heart of concept-based learning is the idea of connecting information, rather than teaching it in isolated chunks. Think of it as a way of making sense of the world by focusing on the …

Jul 5, 2025 · Concept learning, a cornerstone of both human cognition and artificial intelligence, represents a departure from rote memorization towards understanding the underlying principles …

Dec 20, 2017 · Concept-based curriculum (CBC) is an approach to curriculum design that moves away from subject-specific content and instead emphasizes “big ideas” that span multiple subject areas or …