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Learning-Centered Teaching. Brian and Bev Teaching enhancement workshop 2012. Perspective. “One might argue that it is not enough to merely teach –the most important element is that students learn. Teaching and learning are not necessarily synonymous ”.
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Learning-Centered Teaching Brian and Bev Teaching enhancement workshop 2012
Perspective • “One might argue that it is not enough to merely teach –the most important element is that students learn. Teaching and learning are not necessarily synonymous”. • How many of us were taught how to teach? • How many of us were taught how students learn? • What –or who– were your inspirations to become an educator? • What kind of teacher are you? • What, then, is the role of the instructor and the student in TCT and LCT environments?
What’s the difference? Teaching Centered Learning Centered • “What do I want to do today?” • Role of instructor is… • To impart knowledge • Answer questions • Evaluate student performance • Role of the student is.. “What do the students need to know or do, and how can I get them to know or do it?” Role of the instructor is… Role of the student is…
Transitions • How do we make the transition from teaching centered- to learning centered teaching? • USC: “Learner-centered teachers articulate what we expect our students to learn, design educational experiences to advance their learning, and provide opportunities for them to demonstrate their success in achieving those expectations”. • Think about that for a minute… • Think about learning outcomes
