Student-Centered Learning Strategies by https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning en-us 2020-08-29 16:08:27 UTC 2025-11-18 02:40:48 UTC hello@padlet.com A teacher should consider access, flow, communication and solutions when designing a classroom environment that is ideal for student-centered learning. https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/707303307
Access
A teacher can better manage essential teach time by first designating a class writing center, a homework bin station, an area for turning in assignments, and a supplies and art corner. This will also help to create an environment where students can better support themselves.]]> 2020-08-30 14:54:15 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/707303307 The SAMR Model of Tech Integration in the Classroom https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/707315661 As noted by Youki Terada, teachers often fall short of full tech integration in the classroom, only reaching the "Substitution" and "Augmentation" phases. In order to successfully reach full tech integration, it's worthwhile to include strategies in all areas of this model. Check it out! (article: https://www.edutopia.org/article/powerful-model-understanding-good-tech-integration)]]> 2020-08-30 15:17:05 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/707315661 https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/707317933 Flow

A teacher should take into account how traffic moves throughout her class. Seating arrangement and appropriately arranging stations throughout the room to evenly distribute class space are important factors for flow. It essential to take into consideration if students can easily walk about the class and work without being overcrowded. A smooth flow and spacious work space will positively influence the way students work.]]> 2020-08-30 15:19:50 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/707317933 Green Screens: easy, fun way to give your students space to be creative in their presentation! https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/707319876 2020-08-30 15:23:50 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/707319876 https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/707323902 Communication

Creating a classroom with clear communication rules will help establish an environment where students can become more independent and motivated during their daily routines. In order for students to work most effectively there should be clear communication established on their roles and responsibilities during small group instruction and everyday routines. They should understand where to access material, turn in work, and how to figure out their own problem. Charts and directions on display in the classroom can help to remind students of these responsibilities. ]]> 2020-08-30 15:31:38 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/707323902 https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/707334188 Solutions

A teacher should be flexible and creative with seeking solutions that will help each individual student achieve success and growth within the classroom environment. It is important to consider the following questions:
1. Is the classroom tailored towards my student's interests and abilities?
2. Can empty space be transformed into a work and activity space the students can better utilize?
3. Is the classroom space helping students to be self-sufficient?
4. Can a work station that isn't being used often be transformed with a different and more functional purpose?
5. Are the student-centers and stations meeting the needs of English language learners and children with disabilities?

]]> 2020-08-30 15:50:57 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/707334188 Moving from Traditional Summative to Formative Assessments https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/707446369 Students can use the information from the assessment to evaluate how they studied, which material they need to review, and what their next goal should be on the road to mastery. Classrooms with access to technology can use Edpuzzle to help students determine if they are understanding a video, PearDeck with a google slide show to make sure they understand information being presented, or Quizizz or Kahoots without a grade attached to see what they already know about a topic and what they need to focus on.
Retrieved from: https://www.commonsense.org/education/asset/document/poster-the-road-to-student-driven-formative-assessment]]> 2020-08-30 19:10:52 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/707446369 Rubrics https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/707449034 Students know from the beginning of the project/assignment exactly what they need to learn/accomplish to achieve mastery. They can apply their rubric to their own project at any time to determine what they have accomplished and what they have left to do. Other students are able to give them specific feedback as well.

Allen, N. (2012, April 13). Designing Rubrics. Retrieved September 04, 2020, from https://www.slideshare.net/handline/rubrics-12529444]]> 2020-08-30 19:15:11 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/707449034 The Positive Impact of Student Movement https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/708602006
Implementing rules within a classroom that require students to sit still and listen for extended periods of time can be physically and mentally draining on children, allowing them to easily lose focus on what they are learning. There are many ways teachers can enhance the learning experience and getting them on their feet and moving is a start. Susan Griss, a specialist in kinesthetic teaching, says “...by letting students experience the curriculum through their bodies, we help them make deeper emotional, interpersonal, and kinesthetic connections to academic subjects.” (Griss 2013). Susan Griss has trained many teachers in the power of kinesthetic teaching throughout her career and argues that this learning experience can be applied to any subject in the classroom whether it's math, science, language arts, or history. An enhanced and creative learning environment impacts the way children absorb and recall what they have learned.]]> 2020-08-31 13:18:01 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/708602006 Using Total Physical Response in the classroom https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/708687380 Total Physical Response (TPR) is a way of teaching where teachers connect movement with language so that student can better understand and recall words and concepts. Teachers can use the follows steps to effectively implement TPR.

1. Preparation. Prepare materials such as pictures and props that you will be associating with the curriculum you are teaching.

2. Teacher Modeling. The teacher will repeat the word or concept she is teaching to the students. She or he will associate a movement or prop to her words.

3. Student Modeling. The students will now imitate the teacher's movement and use of props as the teacher continues repeating the word associated to the movement.

4. Student Participation. Students will combine the word with the movement. They should repeatedly practice this step.

5. Writing. The teacher should write the word or idea she has taught on a blackboard or dry erase boards so students can both hear and see the word.

6. Repetition. Repeat these steps to introduce new language, words and concepts. Students should frequently practice what they have learned.

]]> 2020-08-31 13:41:41 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/708687380 Integrated Language Arts Reading Approach richardwang2 https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/708847501
The integrated language arts approach is described in Reading and Learning to Read as, “the concept of language experience throughout the grades by immersing students in reading, writing, talking, listening and viewing activities and can cut across subject matter areas.” In this approach students are taught in a way in which all activities tie together rather than in separate lessons. Integration also involves using a variety of fiction, nonfiction, primary and secondary sources to cover material and to teach skills and new concepts. This is very successful because it focuses on teaching students to read and write across subject areas and it teaches students how to use a variety of material appropriately to build their knowledge base. ]]> 2020-08-31 14:23:32 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/708847501 Total Physical Response In Action https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/708932745 2020-08-31 14:44:10 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/708932745 Total Physical Response Activities for English language learners https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/708957784
1. Playing Simon Says
2. Incorporating Music and Songs
3. Charades so students can take turns performing
4. Reading while incorporating TPR into your storytelling
5. Put on a play. Have students act out a drama or favorite story.
6. Role Play. Have students volunteer to act out everyday scenarios.
7. Partner up. Students can choose a partner and then try to use TPR to convey a word while their partner guesses.
8. Treasure Hunt. The teacher can hold a treasure hunt for her students where they will listen to their teacher's verbal cues for where to find their next clue. Examples of this can include "Move to the front of the classroom and find something round and blue".

]]> 2020-08-31 14:50:23 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/708957784 PLEX(Personalized Learning Experiences) seblemengistu https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/709300454 Introduce a two weeks duration program based on their personal interest. Students will be guided and given choices on which area they need to learn, explore and do their project.

To support students and their PLEx interests, we can split the kids into three/four groups. Based on their interests, they will be working with a lead teacher and have time on Google Meet to connect and share with other students. The groups are as following

Performing arts: dance, music, even magic
Visual arts: painting, collage, and construction
Literature: storytelling, poetry and comics

]]> 2020-08-31 16:22:07 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/709300454 Grade 5th Exhibition seblemengistu https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/709325730 Introducing Exhibition under the Trans disciplinary theme "How We Express Ourselves". Students are doing research on an issue/problem of their choosing and taking/planning action as they see fit. A key part of this Exhibition is telling the stories of people (or in some cases other living things) who have experienced their studied issue/problem in order to spark action from others. Students will be exploring how to express these stories in compelling ways. This exhibition will effectively work for Grade 3-5 students

Topics can be :

Gender Inequality
Climate Change
Deforestation
Child abuse
Migration
Fashion
Endangered animals
Nutrition and Heath
Poaching
Sports Safety
Plastic Pollution
Straight dogs
About their favorite animals
Child Rights…

]]> 2020-08-31 16:29:28 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/709325730 More examples: seblemengistu https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/709343534 At the high school level, classroom activities may include making water purification systems, investigating service learning, or creating new bus routes. At the middle school level, activities may include researching trash statistics, documenting local history through interviews, or writing essays about a community scavenger hunt. Classes are designed to help diverse students become college and career ready after high school.]]> 2020-08-31 16:33:47 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/709343534 PBL Ideas fit for your classroom seblemengistu https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/709415209 2020-08-31 16:53:08 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/709415209 Project Based Learning: Why, How, and Examples seblemengistu https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/709490275 2020-08-31 17:15:16 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/709490275 seblemengistu https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/709945055 2020-08-31 19:34:17 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/709945055 Differentiation https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/710041827 Differentiated instruction is very student-centered. Rather than one size fits all instruction, it focuses on the needs of students. Students' skills and interests become an integral part of the learning process making the process more personalized. It can be described “as factoring students’ individual learning styles and levels of readiness first before designing a lesson plan” (Weselby, 2020).

Differentiated instruction encompasses many student groups including children with disabilities, English Language Learners and Gifted and Talented. There are four ways teachers can differentiate:]]> 2020-08-31 20:11:52 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/710041827 Further Evidence to Support Movement amongst Students laurieana523 https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/710455854 Many studies have shown the positive impact physical movement will have on children while in school. Marwa Abdelbary, a physical therapist and cofounder of Tiny Tots Therapy, argues that children who stay active feel less stressed, are more focused, have better memory recall, and can more effectively problem-solve. Abdelbary also says that "movement increases blood and oxygen flow, which positively affects cognitive development, physical health, and mental well-being." (Abdelbary 2017). ]]> 2020-09-01 00:51:01 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/710455854 Movement Helps Students Learn! laurieana523 https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/710489477 This video touches base on the impacts that physical movement has on student learning including increased reading fluency, better language arts and math skills, improved memory, better test scores, and improved focus!

]]> 2020-09-01 01:10:25 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/710489477 Web Literacy Skills in the 21st Century edghillbri https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/710707096 It is important that we help our students learn every aspect of Digital Literacy to prepare them for the Digital World. When students become digitally literate, they have the potential to use the web to lead their own learning!
https://foundation.mozilla.org/en/initiatives/web-literacy/]]> 2020-09-01 03:25:17 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/710707096 Big Paper for Remote Learning: Facilitating Student-led Discussions Online edghillbri https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/710755337 This video and website are great tools to help you integrate student-led Discussions from their own homes (great for Remote Learning, or homework assignments!).
https://www.facinghistory.org/resource-library/teaching-strategies/big-paper-remote-learning]]> 2020-09-01 04:03:00 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/710755337 Virtual Graffiti Boards edghillbri https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/710767834 https://www.facinghistory.org/resource-library/teaching-strategies/graffiti-boards-remote-learning]]> 2020-09-01 04:11:18 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/710767834 edghillbri https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/710849656 2020-09-01 05:06:45 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/710849656 The Power of Song with Movement According to National Geographic lauriemeneses https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/711459483 While studies continue to show that any form of physical activity can boost brain power, National Geographic takes this one step further by noting the importance of using song with young learners. Getting students up and singing while also combining movement and gestures can help students in learning new skills, concepts and languages in a fun and engaging way. The following video demonstrates the impact of song and movement.

]]> 2020-09-01 12:54:23 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/711459483 PBL, How do I know if I am doing it right? seblemengistu https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/712416901 2020-09-01 16:48:36 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/712416901 Project Based Learning seblemengistu https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/712428824 Project learning, also known as project-based learning, is a dynamic approach to teaching in which students explore real-world problems and challenges, simultaneously developing cross-curriculum skills while working in small collaborative groups.

]]> 2020-09-01 16:50:56 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/712428824 Student-Centered Learning is a cornerstone of Differentiation: "Child-or centered learning presumes that students who are drivers of their own learning will be more invested and motivated. It’s a tenet of the constructivist learning theory first proposed by Jean Piaget, and it considers the learning styles, preferences, and interests of the student. It encourages incidental learning.It’s also a way to accommodate a child with ADHD. The teacher maps out goals and resources, and assumes a facilitator role. Students work in small groups, with a partner, or independently. Gaming, MOOCs, hands-on activities, small-group activities, webquests, and mini-lessons can all be integrated as resources. " https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/712794182 https://www.edutopia.org/blog/bridging-the-adhd-gap-merle-huerta]]> 2020-09-01 18:16:59 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/712794182 In Student-Centered Leaning Self Advocacy is Key for Students with Special Needs: https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/712909500 "Even though agency is critical to a student-centered approach, it can be difficult to ensure students with and without disabilities are actually able to act with agency. Like other traditionally disadvantaged subgroups, students with disabilities face a past and current history of both implicit bias and explicit discrimination that influence implementation of agency. In other words, entrenched individual stigmas, both propagated by adults and internalized by the student, may limit the opportunity of a student with a disability in making learning choices."

https://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/learning_deeply/2018/03/student-centered_learning_and_inclusion_getting_the_details_right.html]]> 2020-09-01 18:46:28 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/712909500 Special Needs Students Flourish @ Charter Schools due to Flexibility to Provide Student-Centered Learning hhkuris https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713015859
The flexibility of curriculum and mission provided to charter schools allows a focus on and attention to the whole child and how educators can best tailor the school’s mission and program to fit each child’s needs. Charters are not subject to the same system-wide programming decisions that hamstring teachers from personalizing learning for each and every kid.

Students with special needs are flourishing in charter schools because they have found the environment that is right for them.

https://sanantonioreport.org/flexible-student-centered-learning-helps-special-education-students-thrive/

]]> 2020-09-01 19:18:34 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713015859 Using Bloom’s Taxonomy for Differentiation https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713173157 A model providing a structure allowing teachers to design a lesson for students of different needs and abilities thereby focusing on each student. By applying appropriate questions and activities at different levels but in the same content area, students may equally participate in the lesson (Ziff, n.d.).

(Figure: Scholastic, n.d.)]]> 2020-09-01 20:15:23 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713173157 Sensitivity Relief Activities for Students with Autism https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713182641 For mainstreamed students with autism, the classroom can lead to an overwhelm of the senses. Some schools are creating sensitivity rooms which are a safe places students go to help calm their bodies and get their emotions out. The results are positive, with an increase of focus, increased time on task and decrease in negative behaviors. If your school doesn’t have one, you can still incorporate things into your classroom to help your student(s) such as sensory breaks. Some ideas include:

At the Student’s Workstation: Set up a box that includes tactile things like squeeze balls, stretchy toys, putty, or modeling clay. Also include supplies for coloring which can soothe.
Sensory “Spot": Set up an area of your classroom that is like a mini-sensory room. It could include a variety of things such as an exercise ball, a padded “crash pad”, beanbag chair, a net swing. It could also include the same things found in the box at a student’s workstation.
Full-Class Sensory Activities: Incorporate calming activities such as breathing exercises and enhance the atmosphere by turning down the lights. There are lots of great breathing and calming activities at GoNoodle (Farrey-Latz, 2019).]]> 2020-09-01 20:19:20 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713182641 Collective Writing Murals: MURAL & MIRO kstaley327 https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713513094 https://miro.com/]]> 2020-09-02 00:02:48 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713513094 "Keep students interested and invested with interactive lesson plans, storytelling and playful tools that keep them excited to learn, all while making it easier for you to promote positive behavior." kstaley327 https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713517888 2020-09-02 00:06:27 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713517888 "Make custom activities for your classroom - quizzes, match ups, word games," kstaley327 https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713520013 2020-09-02 00:08:02 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713520013 The chatterpix app uses a picture that students upload, usually of their own faces, and the picture speaks what the students record. kstaley327 https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713522929 2020-09-02 00:10:06 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713522929 Students can create games, stories, and animations. kstaley327 https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713526674 2020-09-02 00:12:30 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713526674 Storyboard Creator kstaley327 https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713527913 Students can collaboratively create comics.]]> 2020-09-02 00:13:24 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713527913 Creately kstaley327 https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713534810 Students collaborate to create graphic organizers.]]> 2020-09-02 00:17:52 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713534810 Jamboard kstaley327 https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713542154 Google's Jamboard is a fun and easy way for students to brainstorm and collaborate in the classroom or for homework with their peers.]]> 2020-09-02 00:22:31 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713542154 Genially kstaley327 https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713547456 This website is a great way to gamify activities so that they're more interactive and engaging for students. It can be used to implement CCQs (concept checking questions) in a fun, but still meaningful way.

]]> 2020-09-02 00:25:43 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713547456 Advantages of Student-Centered Learning kstaley327 https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713561515 "Children learn best when they’re playing...Play encourages critical thinking, helps children better understand their world, and encourages social skills." This article illustrates the importance of playing games in the learning process, like the above examples I shared about gamification, comic strips, animations, etc. in the classroom.]]> 2020-09-02 00:33:44 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713561515 kstaley327 https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713578020 https://tagtoolkit.weebly.com/student-centered-learning.html]]> 2020-09-02 00:42:36 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713578020 Connecting SCL to Technology kstaley327 https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713583316 "Teachers are increasingly adopting SCL methods by applying technology, to enrich each student’s learning journey, in the classroom...Education technology has enabled an unprecedented level of personalized learning. Schools now use technology to increase their access to material & resources, as well as to differentiate their teaching approaches, satisfying the needs of all learners in the classroom." ]]> 2020-09-02 00:45:17 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713583316 Strategies for English Language Learners (ELLs) https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713654674 According to Valentina Gonzalez, a professional-development specialist for ELLs who works works with teachers to support language and literacy instruction, "The best ways for mainstream teachers to differentiate instruction for English-learners is BEFORE the independent work is required.
Differentiating for ELLs means accommodating three categories of our teaching: verbal, procedural, and instructional.” (Ferlazzo, 2018).

Techniques to address each area include:

Verbal Differentiation: Slowing down speech helps ELLs as they listen, process, and translate the input as well as rephrasing and clarifying ensures that students have full comprehension.
Procedural Differentiation: Grouping supports students with the gradual release of responsibility and supports students’ independence. With the whole group, we can show students how to do something and explicitly model. Then, group work gives students more opportunities to participate and interact with peers and the teacher. Finally, students move toward independence where they work alone to apply what they have learned.
Instructional Differentiation: Use of exemplars and touchstone texts based on student ability so students can see attainable goals to meet expectations.

Additionally, using material covering the same content but written for different levels of language is important for student-centered differentiation. This article lists lots of sites: https://larryferlazzo.edublogs.org/2014/11/16/the-best-places-to-get-the-same-text-written-for-different-levels/]]> 2020-09-02 01:24:59 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713654674 https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713708891 Source: Wilson, 2017]]> 2020-09-02 01:55:26 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713708891 The physical structure of a classroom is a critical variable in affecting student morale and learning. tiffanyloken https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713753073 Teachers are essential in creating a space conducive to student-centered learning but students' involvement in the process of creating their environment can empower them, develop community and increase motivation.
(McCarthy, 2015)]]> 2020-09-02 02:21:05 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713753073 Profile of Assessments & Student Centered Learning matthewjamarcannon https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713949573 This video profiles a school that uses assessment to support student centered learning. ]]> 2020-09-02 04:32:26 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713949573 Using Assessment to Create a Student Centered Classroom matthewjamarcannon https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713973457 Assessments don't just mean traditional tests or grading. Assessments also include low stakes opportunities to learn more about our students. They can be us to:

1. Assess Student Passions and Learning Styles
2: Assess 21st-Century/Success Skills
3. The Formative Assessment of Content and Skills
4. Assessing for Instruction

The following article goes into more detail about each strategy. ]]> 2020-09-02 04:48:29 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/713973457 Students Participate in their own Assessment matthewjamarcannon https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/714085226 Students can participate in their own assessment using clear correction criteria. This video profiles how students respond to self assessment.

]]> 2020-09-02 05:58:26 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/714085226 trestadelater https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/715083927 Source: edmentum, n.d.]]> 2020-09-02 15:04:46 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/715083927 Rewordify trestadelater https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/715455332 This program “simplifies and shortens” text to help students with different levels of reading read the same articles. (Finley, 2017). ]]> 2020-09-02 16:36:33 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/715455332 Curriculum Compacting Strategy for Gifted and Talented Learners trestadelater https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/715671207 Research shows that as high as 52% of gifted and talented students in K-12 underachieve. Often, they give up due to boredom (Strauss, 2019).

Curriculum compacting, a type of differentiation, helps students who often already know much of the grade level curriculum. A pre-assessment determines what parts of the curriculum are mastered. With mastery, students do not have to complete these parts of the curriculum and work on alternate activities instead (What Is Curriculum Compacting, n.d.).]]> 2020-09-02 17:31:31 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/715671207 Curriculum Compacting in Practice trestadelater https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/715723644 This video shows compacting in the classroom. The teacher does a pre-assessment of all students and then groups them based on the results. Each group gets work for their level.]]> 2020-09-02 17:44:35 UTC https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/715723644 Differentiation for Dyslexia trestadelater https://padlet.com/tiffanyloken/studentcenteredlearning/wish/716116879 There are many techniques to work with students who have dyslexia. Some suggestions include:

Sound Boxes: help students increase phonemic awareness first without using letters and then adding them in.
Arm Tapping: tapping the beginning, middle and end of your arm to practice the sounds of a word.
Multi-sensory Instruction: first trace, then look at and finally make the sound of a letter (Braun, n.d.).

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Shrinking potato chip bags in the microwave. Students can learn about polymers through hands-on activities using some of their favorite products, like shoes and sporting equipment. As a culminating activity, they can put a wrapper from their favorite chips or candy bar into the microwave for five seconds to learn about how polymers return to their natural state when exposed to the heat.

Design an app. Students love using the newest apps and games, so take it to the next level by having them design their own! With Apple developer tools, kids can learn how to create an app or online game. They can learn about technology and problem-solving skills while engaged in what they love.

Student farm. Students will learn lessons about science, social studies, math, and economics through planting their own organic farm. They can begin by researching the crops they want, figure out what kind of care is needed, and then use a budget to determine what materials they must purchase. They can even sell food from their farm to contribute to a cause or fundraiser.

Geocaching. If you’re not able to take your students off-campus to engage in some real-life “geocaching,” you can always create your own geocaching treasure hunt for them. It can incorporate all kinds of skills and knowledge: geography, math, and even essay writing.

Research project: negativity in the media. Begin with a discussion about what “media” is, and bring in examples. Talk about what each kind of media (newspapers, music, news sites, etc.) is used for. Move on to examples of the messages conveyed by certain types of media, and how this message is articulated. Then assign groups to create their own “media” (a website, a newspaper article, a commercial, etc.). Have each group work on generating a message (positive vs. negative).

Write to your Congressman. Ask groups of students to identify problems in their community. They must then do research to come up with information about this problem and come up with an “action plan.” Assign students to write to their government representatives with their facts and their action plan.

Bridge building. Students begin by studying the engineering of bridge building, comparing the construction of famous bridges such as the Golden Gate Bridge or Tower Bridge in London. Then they work in teams to construct bridges out of Popsicle sticks. The challenge is to get their bridge to hold five pounds (for younger students) or twenty pounds (for more advanced students).

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Project 1. Environmental problems

Project 2. Abstract thinking

Project 3. Victims of hypothermia

Project 4. Community service

Project 5. Alternative energy sources

Project 6. Real world drawing

Project 7. Outdoor play

Project 8. Hamster driving

Project 9. Photography

Project 10. Voicing opinions

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Why Teach with Project-Based Learning? Providing Students With a Well-Rounded Classroom Experience. Retrieved from https://www.edutopia.org/project-learning-introduction

Lucie Renard (June, 2017)What is project-based learning? 15 PBL ideas fit for your classroom. Retrieved from

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Mathew Linch (October 2017) The Tech Advocate: 7 Examples of Project Based Learning Activities. Retrieved from https://www.thetechedvocate.org/7-examples-project-based-learning-activities/

Teacher Funder. 10 Project Based Learning Ideas. Retrieved from https://teacherfunder.com/10-project-based-learning-ideas/

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