didaktischenseits
Didaktischenseits is a neologism in German educational theory referring to approaches that aim to go beyond traditional didactics. The term combines didaktik with jenseits (beyond), signaling an intention to extend beyond transmission-focused instruction toward learner-centered, contextualized, and experiential learning.
Origin and scope: The term arose in German-speaking debates on curriculum design and teacher education in the
Key ideas: It emphasizes learner agency, authentic tasks, interdisciplinary and project-based approaches, inquiry, reflection, and collaborative
Practices: Examples include project-based learning, problem-based learning, community-engaged projects, learning in real-life contexts, use of digital
Reception and critique: Proponents argue it increases motivation, transfer of learning, and adaptability. Critics warn that
Relation to other concepts: It relates to Didaktik, Bildung, constructivism, experiential learning, and post-didactic pedagogy; it
See also: Didaktik, experiential learning, constructivism, project-based learning.