Roolipedagogia

Roolipedagogia, often translated as role pedagogy or role-playing pedagogy, is an educational approach that utilizes role-playing and simulated scenarios to facilitate learning and development. This method is based on the principle that active engagement through taking on different roles can foster a deeper understanding of concepts, enhance social skills, and promote critical thinking.

In practice, roolipedagogia involves students stepping into the shoes of various characters or assuming specific roles within a simulated environment. This can range from historical figures in a history lesson to professionals in a vocational training scenario, or even abstract concepts in subjects like philosophy. Participants are encouraged to interact, make decisions, and experience the consequences of their actions within the framework of the role.

The learning objectives of roolipedagogia are diverse. It can be used to develop empathy by understanding different perspectives, improve problem-solving skills through navigating complex situations, build communication and negotiation abilities, and increase self-awareness as students reflect on their own behavior and choices within the role. Educators using this approach act as facilitators, guiding the experience, providing feedback, and helping students connect the simulated activities to real-world knowledge and skills. Roolipedagogia is employed across various educational levels and disciplines, from primary school to higher education and professional development.