Student Centered Learning: Why, How, & What
Summary
TLDRThis video script introduces student-centered learning, an educational approach that empowers students to take charge of their learning journey. It emphasizes creating independent and responsible learners through active engagement, higher-order thinking, and problem-solving. The classroom environment is dynamic, with students working collaboratively, exploring interests, and using technology to solve real-world problems. Teachers facilitate learning, assess students' self-evaluations, and encourage choice in assignments. The video concludes with tips for implementing student-centered practices and invites viewers to subscribe and access additional resources.
Takeaways
- π― The primary goal of student-centered learning is to foster independent and responsible learners capable of adapting to the 21st-century workplace.
- π Student-centered classrooms are characterized by students being actively engaged and on task, with teachers facilitating rather than directing the learning process.
- π§ Students in such classrooms are encouraged to utilize higher-order thinking skills through inquiry-based learning and problem-solving activities.
- π Students are given the freedom to work at their own pace, driving the lesson according to their interests and abilities.
- π€ Cooperative learning is a common feature, with students working together in groups and building upon each other's knowledge.
- π« The classroom environment should reflect a partnership in learning between teachers and students, with mutual goals and collaboration.
- πΌοΈ Evidence of student work, such as projects, posters, and writing samples, should be visibly displayed throughout the classroom.
- π» Technology is integrated into the classroom to assist students in problem-solving, mirroring real-world applications.
- π£οΈ Debate and discussion are encouraged as students are given a voice and feel empowered to express their ideas.
- π Teachers should provide students with choices in their assignments, promoting autonomy and personal investment in learning.
- π Teachers are advised to teach 'big ideas' and allow students to discover the details themselves, incorporating student reflections into grading and assessments.
- π Performance-based and authentic assessments are emphasized as they align with real-world workplace expectations.
Q & A
What is the primary goal of student-centered learning?
-The primary goal of student-centered learning is to create independent and responsible learners for the future.
What are some benefits of using a student-centered classroom model?
-Benefits include students learning to express themselves, being engaged in their work, utilizing higher-order thinking skills, working at their own pace, and developing transferable skills for the 21st-century workplace.
How does student engagement differ in a student-centered classroom compared to a traditional classroom?
-In a student-centered classroom, students are more engaged because they are involved in inquiry-based learning and problem-solving activities, and they drive the lesson rather than the teacher.
What role does the teacher play in a student-centered classroom?
-The teacher facilitates the learning process, allowing students to explore their interests and work together in a cooperative learning environment, forming a partnership in learning with the students.
How is technology used in a student-centered classroom?
-Technology is used to help students solve problems, similar to real-world situations, and is integrated into the learning process to enhance problem-solving and collaboration.
What does a school administrator expect to see when they observe a student-centered classroom?
-They should see students working on assignments, exploring interests, collaborating in groups, and using technology to aid in their learning, with the teacher facilitating rather than dominating the lesson.
How can students' voices be empowered in a student-centered classroom?
-Students are given a choice in their assignments, and they are encouraged to debate ideas with one another, which gives them a voice and makes them feel empowered.
What are some tips for implementing student-centered learning in the classroom?
-Tips include teaching big ideas, allowing students to discover details, giving students a chance to evaluate their own learning, using performance-based and authentic assessments, and teachers moving around the room for formative assessments.
Why are performance-based and authentic assessments important in a student-centered classroom?
-These types of assessments are important because they reflect what students will encounter in real-world workplace environments, promoting practical application of knowledge and skills.
How can teachers formatively assess students in a student-centered classroom?
-Teachers can formatively assess students by moving around the room, asking questions, and engaging with students in a non-graded manner to understand their progress and comprehension.
What resources are available for educators interested in student-centered learning?
-Resources can be downloaded from the description link below the video, and educators can also follow the channel on Twitter and Pinterest for more insights and materials.
Outlines
π Introduction to Student-Centered Learning
This paragraph introduces the concept of student-centered learning, an educational approach that emphasizes the students' role in their own learning process. The main goal is to foster independent and responsible learners capable of self-expression and higher-order thinking. The benefits of this model include increased student engagement, the development of transferable skills, and the ability to work at one's own pace. The paragraph also poses the question of what a student-centered classroom might look like, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of the topic.
π₯ Characteristics of a Student-Centered Classroom
This section delves into the specifics of what constitutes a student-centered classroom. It describes an environment where students are actively working on assignments, exploring their interests, and collaborating in groups. The teacher acts as a facilitator, guiding students towards mutual learning goals. The classroom is dynamic, with students using technology to solve problems and engaging in debates, reflecting the use of voice and empowerment. The paragraph also highlights the importance of student work being visible in the classroom through projects, posters, and writing samples.
π Tips for Implementing Student-Centered Learning
The final paragraph provides practical tips for educators looking to implement student-centered learning in their classrooms. It suggests teaching 'big ideas' and allowing students to discover the details themselves. The importance of student self-evaluation and reflection is emphasized, as well as the use of performance-based and authentic assessments that mirror real-world workplace environments. The paragraph concludes with advice for teachers to be mobile, engaging in formative assessments, and a call to action for viewers to subscribe to the channel and follow the presenter on social media.
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Keywords
π‘Student-Centered Learning
π‘Independent Learners
π‘Higher-Order Thinking Skills
π‘Inquiry-Based Learning
π‘Problem-Solving
π‘Cooperative Learning
π‘Technology
π‘Choice
π‘Reflection
π‘Authentic Assessments
π‘Formative Assessment
Highlights
Student-centered learning is an instructional approach focusing on students rather than the teacher.
The overall goal is to create independent and responsible learners for the future.
Positive benefits include students learning to express themselves and articulate individual ideas.
Student engagement is increased through this model, with students being constantly on task.
Higher-order thinking skills are utilized through inquiry-based learning and problem-solving activities.
Students work at their own pace, driving the lesson rather than being driven by the teacher.
Students learn transferable skills that help them adapt to the 21st-century workplace.
A student-centered classroom is characterized by students working on assignments with the teacher facilitating.
Students are allowed to explore their interests, such as performing experiments in chemistry.
Cooperative learning is frequent, with students building upon each other's knowledge.
The teacher and student work together in a partnership for mutual learning goals.
Examples of student work, including projects and posters, are displayed in the classroom.
Technology is used by students to solve problems, similar to real-world situations.
The classroom is not quiet; students debate ideas and feel empowered.
Teachers provide students with choice in their assignments to give them a voice.
Teaching 'big ideas' allows students to discover details for themselves.
Student reflections can be part of a teacher's grading and assessments.
Performance-based and authentic assessments are integral for real-world workplace readiness.
Teachers should be constantly moving around the room for formative assessment.
Resources and further information can be found in the description link and on social media.
Transcripts
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hello and welcome to teachings and
education student-centered learning this
is an instructional approach that places
the focus on the students instead of the
teacher so let's begin with the overall
goal of student-centered learning its
mission is to create both independent
and responsible learners for the future
now there are many positive benefits to
using a student-centered classroom model
research has shown that students learn
how to express themselves and articulate
their individual ideas teachers and
drawing this model because students are
engaged in their work and on task
students are constantly working that
students utilize higher-order thinking
skills to the inquiry based learning and
problem-solving activities also students
get to work at their own pace remember
it's the students that drive the lesson
not the teacher overall students learn
skills that are transferable and will
help them adapt to life in the 21st
century workplace now I'll ask what does
a student-centered classroom look like
as school administrators roam the room
they should see students working on
assignments as the teacher facilitates
students are allowed to explore their
interests you may see a student
performing an experiment on one of their
favorite chemistry topics students
should be working together as a group
and building upon each other's knowledge
cooperative learning frequently takes
place in the classroom the student and
teacher should be working hand in hand
to achieve mutual learning goals here it
is really a partnership and learning
between the teacher and the student
examples of student work should be found
in the classroom students projects are
placed around the room posters are hung
in the wall writing samples are there as
well
students are comfortable using
technology in the classroom technology
is used to help students solve problems
just like in real-world situations a
student-centered classroom is not a
quiet place students should be debating
ideas with one another students are
given a voice and feel empowered
teachers do this by providing their
students with choice in their
assignments now let's finish up with
some tips for the classroom first off
try to teach quote big ideas to your
students allow the students to discover
the details of these big ideas for
themselves teachers should give students
a chance to evaluate their own learning
student reflections can be a part of a
teacher's grading and assessments
performance-based assessments and
authentic assessments are also an
integral component these types of
assessments are what we expect students
to see in a real-world workplace
environment teachers need to be
constantly moving around the room as
opposed to sitting at their desks as a
teacher wanders they formatively assess
students in a friendly way teachers can
ask questions without grading students
right now I'd like to ask you to
subscribe to this channel and lastly you
can download resources in the
description link below and please follow
me on Twitter and Pinterest
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