Learner-Centered teaching means the student is at the center of learning. The student assumes the responsibility for learning while the instructor is responsible for facilitating the learning. Thus, the power in the classroom shifts to the student. The sites below will help you in learning how to become more learner-centered in your teaching.
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Source |
Description |
Implementing the Learner-Centered Approach |
Teaching Effectiveness Program,
University of Oregon |
This site provides some tips for ensuring that your course is more learner-centered. |
The Balance of Power |
Teaching Effectiveness Program,
University of Oregon |
This site provides some hints for turning more power over to students, thus making the class more learner-centered. |
Learning Centered Teaching |
Faculty Development Center,
Northern Illinois University |
This guide provides some good recommendations for making your classroom more learning centered. |
33 Ways to Make Your Classroom More Learner-Centered |
Teaching Effectiveness Program,
University of Oregon |
This author suggests, "The KEY questions to ask yourself: What is it my students need to know and be able to do during their professional lives? What skills and knowledge will stand the test of time, given the dynamic nature of knowledge and information? |
Learner-Centered Instruction: Are Students Prepared for It? |
Office of Instructional Development, University of California - Los Angeles |
This is a webcast of a panel discussion involving faculty, teaching assistants and students in which they discuss learner-centered instruction. |
