Generative Learning Strategies To Improve Students’ Cognitive Engagement In Online Classes At Islamic School: A Systematic Review

Abstract

Purpose – This research aims to reveal learning strategies based on generative learning theory that have proven effective based on the results of empirical studies. This study was conducted by following the steps of systematic survey techniques in the social sciences. Design/methods/approach – The study was conducted by following the steps of systematic review techniques in the social sciences. There are seven steps in conducting a systematic review: formulating research questions, determining the type of research, conducting a comprehensive literature search, filtering literature search results, assessing studies that meet the criteria, synthesizing studies, and assessing heterogeneity between studies. Findings – This research shows how the learning process occurs in individuals based on generative learning theory. In addition, this study also reveals several learning strategies based on generative learning theory, including learning through summarizing, learning through mapping, learning through drawing, learning through imagining, and learning through teaching. Research Implications/Limitations – The results of this study can be used as a reference for teachers who want to implement learning strategies that can involve students’ cognitive aspects to produce more meaningful learning achievements. Originality/value – The results of this study provide educators with insight into how information processing occurs in a person’s cognition and uncover several learning strategies that align with information processing theory.

Keywords

• generative learning theory
• online learning
• learning strategies
• cognitive involvement in learning