A Conceptual Work to Qualitatively Illustrate the Potential of Holistic Thinking Approaches as Effective Tools,for the Teacher Delivering/Analyzing Affective Domain Attributes

Abstract

Delivering and assessing affective domain attributes is relatively more challenging as compared to the cognitive and psychomotor domains. In this regard, employing holistic approaches can aid the teacher by providing an enhanced comprehension of the students’ state, as well as the affective process involved. To this end, the current conceptual article illustrates the use of the Iceberg model of Systems Thinking and the Process-Person-Context-Time (PPCT) model of Bronfenbrenner's Bio-ecological theory; the efficacy of both instruments is established via appropriate arguments. The mental model layer of the Iceberg framework enables a teacher to directly discern the affective values involved in a scenario, likewise, the PPCT model allows to observe the transparency of the mechanism being used to deliver/assess an affective attribute. Thus a duo of potent tools is added in the toolbox of an affective domain teacher, who may proceed with a clearer vision and enhanced confidence.