Student-Centered Classroom: Teachers as Promoters of Active Learning

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Description

This course has been created for teachers who want to learn more about managing an effective and up-to-date classroom that encourages participation and engaged learning using the latest techniques.

Through interactive activities, participants will learn how to promote a student-centered learning environment. Student-centered methods have been proven to be superior to the traditional teacher-centered approach to education.

Student-centered methods sustain both students’ autonomy and cooperation. They also facilitate short and long-term memory, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, self-confidence, and motivation. 

By the end of the course, participants will not only have acquired more knowledge about student-centered approaches, but they will also be able to take away ideas about practical, innovative solutions to apply in their classrooms.

Learning outcomes

The course will help the participants to:  

  • Choose practical solutions to encourage students to solve problems, formulate complex questions, debate, explain and brainstorm during class;
  • Manage and evaluate teamwork while students are involved in cooperative projects and problem-solving tasks;
  • Support students in facing challenges and in learning by doing;
  • Theoretical knowledge and practical skills about new methods such as the Flipped Classroom, Project-Based Learning, Problem-Based Learning, Case-Based Instruction, and Discovery Learning.

Tentative schedule

Day 1 – Course introduction

  • Introduction to the course, the school, and the external week activities;
  • Icebreaker activities;
  • Going back to the individual, supporting cooperation and responsibility.
  • Presentations of the participants’ schools.

Day 2 – Teaching styles

  • Differentiated Teaching and Effective Learning; 
  • Student pre-assessment and needs analysis.

Day 3 – How to involve students

  • Solutions, strategies, and methods to involve students.

Day 4 – How to evaluate students

  • Evaluating students: teacher-, peer- and auto-assessment;
  • Providing feedback, rubrics, and portfolios.

Day 5 – Implementing motivation

  • Motivation: intrinsic and extrinsic; 
  • Integrating motivating tasks into your lessons’ serious games. 

Day 6 – Course closure and cultural activities

  • Course evaluation: round-up of acquired competencies, feedback, and discussion;
  • Awarding of the course Certificate of Attendance;
  • Excursion and other external cultural activities.

Confirmed Sessions

LocationStarting DateStatusEnrol
Florence6 November 2023ConfirmedBook »
Amsterdam22 January 2024ConfirmedBook »

All Available Dates

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Amsterdam

Price*: 580€

Berlin

Price*: 480€

Dublin

Price*: 580€

Florence

Price*: 480€

Split

Price*: 480€

Reviews about this course

Paola Donotalofrom Italy
5 stars

The course provided an extensive array of techniques and methods that I can readily incorporate into my teaching practice. These tools and strategies will enable me to effectively engage and empower my students, making the learning experience more dynamic and engaging. Additionally, staying updated with the latest techniques showcased in the course ensures that my teaching remains fresh and relevant, benefiting both myself and my students.

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