7. Introduction
Definition :
Represents a paradigm shift from
traditional teaching methods by
focusing on how students learn
instead of how teachers teach.
(Bilimoria & Wheerler, 1995 ; Weimer, 2012)
9. The Goal
To increase understanding of learner-
centered teaching through a student
perspective.
10. The Research Question
How can I improve my students learning ?
Instead of the often asked “How can I
improve my teaching”
11. The Method
21 students graduate
psychology program at a
small liberal arts school in
The Southeastern, US
Taught by one professor
during the 2007 – 2008
academic year.
12. The Method
1. Each student sharing the topic s/he would
most like discuss
2. At the end of class, to summarize key
ideas and the relevance of their learning
today to their work and lives.
13. The Method
3. Weekly homework assignments, rather
than Multiple-choice quizzes.
4. Turn in as many drafts of their papers as
they desired, receiving formative, but not
evaluative, feedback on each draft.
5. Students choice their own assignments
from a possible portfolio of options.
suggestions.
14. 6. Chose their own due dates for
assignment, allow for thoughtful feedback
from the instructor.
7. Write an end-of-semester self
assessment, focusing on their learning
strengths/weakness,
The Method
16. Result and Discussion
Student are capable power full
learners
• Use content not for memorizing, but
as a way for students to critically think
Change the role of teacher from sole
authoritarian to fellow traveler in search of
knowledge.
17. Result and Discussion
Return the
responsibility
for learning to
the students.
Utilize
assessment
measures not
just to assign,
but as our
most effective
tools to
promote
learning.
18. Result and DiscussionContinue …
“ The homework assignments changed the
way I read. Rather than reading to
memorize facts or list, I thought about
bigger questions. Instead of narrowing my
focus by reading, I was expanding it. This
allowed me to critically think about the
articles we read, rather than just
memorizing information for a quiz.