Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): The Danger of Passive Learning

This paper critically examines the widespread use of passive learning in Filipino classrooms and its long-term consequences on student engagement, creativity, and critical thinking. Rooted in lecture-based instruction, the dominant educational approach often prioritizes control and convenience over meaningful learning, particularly in overcrowded and under-resourced schools. While passive methods may seem efficient, they inadvertently...