Eclectic Model

Strength

• Does not restrict to one perspective so allows new ideas to be formed.
• different approaches are useful for teaching various aspects a wide variety of ideas and skills
• Combining methods is a useful way of validating ideas.
• The strengths of one method can be used to offset the weaknesses of another.
• Can be useful to match the characteristics of more students with at least one of the teaching styles.

Weaknesses

• There may be gaps in learning, if you are frequently switching curriculum
• This approach can lack disciplined learning and allow for laziness.
• Without grabbing to one approach, curriculum choices and overall directions can be confusing and overwhelming.