Understanding in Action: An Analysis of Its Levels and Qualities

Abstract

The present chapter analyzes the features of the understanding of learning in action. Understanding is defined as the ability to think and act with flexibility using what one knows, implies being able to take knowledge and use it in different ways, constitutes a final cognitive process, producing a generative knowledge. Understanding involves an active knowledge, that is, being able to be used in different situations, it is transferable, it consolidates a vertebrate pedagogical model around thinking, allowing students to actively use learning. This paper analyzes the multidimensional role of understanding, describing it in cognitive terms, qualitatively describes its performance. It ends by offering a detailed analytical-methodological description of the levels and qualities of understanding. Finally, it contributes to knowledge by providing clues and solutions for the design of the school curriculum, teaching and evaluation through the principles of understanding.

Mobile Application to Improve Music Theory Learning

“…As described by Ocampo [10], comprehension in this context implies the ability to employ thought and action exibly, applying previously acquired knowledge. It signi es possessing the capacity to learn and apply that learning in various ways as needed.…”

“…With respect to learning, according to Ocampo [10], understanding implies the ability to use thought and action in a exible way, applying previous knowledge, this means possessing the ability to learn and use that learning in various ways as needed, involving a cognitive process that leads to conclusions and that modulates knowledge in a generative way. Thus being music theory learning, dependent variable, according to the author Villalba [11], he de nes this learning as the process through which students acquired knowledge and understanding about the fundamental principles that govern music, this included aspects such as reading sheet music, understanding scales, chords, rhythms, harmony, melody, musical structure and related terminology, Through learning music theory, students developed the skills and knowledge necessary to understand, interpret, compose and appreciate music in a deeper and more meaningful way.…”