Learner-centered, also known as student-centered, refers to an educational approach that places the student at the center of the learning process. In learner-centered education, the needs, interests, and preferences of individual students drive instructional decisions and methods.
This approach shifts the focus from a teacher-centered model, where the educator primarily imparts knowledge, to a student-centered model, where educators act as facilitators and guides in the learning process.
In learner-centered classrooms, educators design activities and assignments that align with students' learning styles, abilities, and prior knowledge. They encourage student collaboration, inquiry, and critical thinking to promote meaningful and engaged learning.
Technology often plays a role in learner-centered education, as it allows for personalized learning experiences and access to diverse educational resources.
Learning styles are the various ways individuals prefer to learn, including visual, auditory, kinesthetic, and read/write methods.
Critical thinking is the objective analysis and evaluation of information to form reasoned judgments and decisions.
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