Putting Students First: Embracing a Student-Centered Classroom

Lauren Boucher
Presenter
60
mins
Course length
Multi Device
Access from mobile or laptop
4.97
Course rating
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Description

Moving from a teacher-centered to student-centered learning environment puts students at the heart of education and empowers them to take ownership of their learning. Join Lauren Boucher for this hands-on, interactive workshop as she shares a wealth of practical strategies, tools, and resources that will inspire you to make the shift to a more engaging, inclusive, student-centered classroom. You will also have the opportunity to develop a plan for creating your own student-centered learning environment where students feel comfortable taking risks, trying new things, and being themselves. Join us to embark on this transformative journey together and unlock the true potential of student-centered education!

Objectives

Describe the characteristics of a teacher-centered vs a student-centered learning environment. Identify strategies, tools, and resources to make the shift to a more engaging, inclusive, student-centered classroom. Develop a plan for creating a student-centered classroom where students will feel comfortable taking risks, trying new things, and being themselves.

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Lauren Boucher

Lauren Boucher has 18+ years in public education, teaching 3rd grade, gifted K-8, and working as a Digital Teaching and Learning Coach. Now a Southeast Regional Consultant for the NC Department of Public Instruction, she shares innovative ed tech practices nationwide.
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