Project teaching method is associated with

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Answer 1

There are various kinds of teaching methods in fashion to facilitate learning and 'Project Method' is one of them.

Key Points

Project teaching method is associated with John Dewey as first it was originated by John Dewey and was later popularized by W.H. Killpatrick.
The Project method emphasizes active learning by association and mutual co-operation of a group of peers to complete a specific project effectively.

Characteristics of Project Method:

Hence, it could be concluded that 'Project teaching method' is associated with John Dewey.

Additional Information

Friedrich Frobel

A German pedagogue is best known as the propounder of the 'play-way' and 'kindergarten' method of teaching.
His method is based on the physiological principle of development and growth.

McDougal

He has proposed 'Instinct Theory' which emphasized that Instinct drives all behaviors.
All organisms are born with natural biological tendencies that assist them to survive.

H.E. Armstrong

An English chemist has propounded the 'Heuristic Method' of teaching.
It is a problem-solving method that emphasizes the active involvement of learners for better understanding.