12 - Latvia - Teaching methods
Teaching methods are chosen by academic staff of the institution,
depending on the type of studies and specifics of individual courses.
Teaching
is structured by discipline, and the main teaching methods are lectures
and seminars. Lectures are held for larger groups of students, and
involve little student activity, whereas seminars are based on active
participation and performance. Other teaching methods include
exercises, consultations, seminar papers and reports, practical work,
placements individual studies, projects, laboratory works, and
colloquia; in art and music areas – individual training lessons.
Various
teaching materials may be used in teaching and learning process, their
choice is upon the lecturer, and students themselves may choose
supplementary reading.
The main method used in doctoral studies is consultation with scientific research adviser.
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Date: 2009
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