The outcome is a self-directed learner who can demonstrate and transfer the skills they have learned
We as instructors should tailor our teaching skills/methods that best meet the need/expectation of the student. I feel we can do this by student feedback throughout the course. Obviously, we have a syllabus which we must incorporate into our classes in order to meet the requirements of the accrediting body. However, our objective is to prepare our students for the workforce.
Using student-centered techniques to format your classroom will get your students to reach that "AHA" moment. Once you see that light bulb go off, you now know that the student isnt just memorizing the material just long enough to pass the test but actually retaining the information.
I agree, it can be so satisfying when you see that "aha" moment and that student who may have struggled didactically has that light bulb moment once they are in a Lab or clinic setting.
Students end the course with more knowledge about the topic. They come away with a desire to learn more about the subject and their understanding of how they learn gives them the confidence they need to continue study of the subject. For example some might find they learn more from thier own research, others understand they need hands-on instruction.
Students can help each other learn. They may not undersrtand the way the instructor is trying to teach, but another student may be able to help them remember it the way they do. If I see that happening, I'll ask the student if they could share their "technique" with me and try to incorparate it into latter lessons. I have learned and continue to learn many things from my students.
The outcome of student-centered learning is a classroom environment that keeps students engaged and actively participating in the learning process.
The outcome of student-centered learning is adaptable knowledge useful in changing scenarios and for complex applications. When we center our focus on the student, the student learns more effectively and can thus apply what learning more broadly. Take two intelligent individuals, Student A can take a written examine with no problems and Student B freezes up with anxiety and fear on the same examine. Although student B is excellent in classroom discussions, presentations, etc.
demonstrating their level of competency, and the ultimate outcome, involves both. The outcome of student-centered learning is that they are competent in the subject; can they apply what they have learned to real-life situations. I have to focus my teaching style and content in a student-focus manner to have a greater possibility of delivering the information in a more meaningful method for all the students, taking into consideration skills levels and other deficits that one may have.
The outcome of student learning objectives is the knowledge that the students showed and are proud to show to their instructors.
Presuming that each student is equipped with varying skills, knowledge, and experience; and that many classes have a diverse enrollment (older students, younger students, male gender, female gender) student-centered instruction can be critical.
Consider the instructional area of "character building". An older, more experienced student may not need the same level of coaching and development as would a younger student or a recent high-school graduate. Relative to this example, the younger student may benefit from lectures and discussion on the importance of diplomacy and etiquette. Unlike the more experienced student (older/mature perhaps)who may resent being "trained" again on character building.
The outcome of student centered learning whereby the student comes first is that the student is able to walk away with a feeling that they have contributed to their learning, this in turn leads to more self confidence and a higher morale. The student is encouraged to participate more and ultimately will learn more, I find this very much so especially with adult learners who would probably despise being taught the same as a middle schooler in a more traditional setting.
Hi Cecelia:
One thing that may work well with reviewing SLOs on a regular basis is to write out the daily objectives (that correlate with the overall objectives) on the white board each day.
Additionally, the instructor might review these daily objectives both at the beginning of the class, and at the end.
Regards, Barry
I am a clinical nursing instructor so I imagine the immediate outcome is for the student to successfully and safely apply his/her skils in the clinical setting. However, a more longterm outcome would be for the student to be able to cognitively incorporate the theory of the nursing process throughout their nursing career. This would include both the continual learning of new skills and appropriate adaptations of the process to new situations.
The outcome of student-center learning is more involvement. The students are more active in class through group activities, group discussions, peer monitoring and many more. Studunt-centered learning gives the instructor more creativity when it comes to devliring the material to the students and in turn gives the student a better chance of education.
I beleive the outcome is that the student will be exposed to knowledge in his field that would be comparable to several years of field experience. The student would have exposure to knowledge the average person would not have through on the job training and would be better prepaired for the interview process. Part of the training process is to increase the students level of confidence in his abilities to do the job he is training for.
The outcome should be self-sufficient students who can perform in the real world, using the skills we have taught them.
Hi Jennifer:
One thing that may work well with reviewing SLOs on a regular basis is to write out the daily objectives (that correlate with the overall objectives) on the white board each day.
Additionally, the instructor might review these daily objectives both at the beginning of the class, and at the end.
Regards, Barry
Hi Linda:
One thing that may work well with reviewing SLOs on a regular basis is to write out the daily objectives (that correlate with the overall objectives) on the white board each day.
Additionally, the instructor might review these daily objectives both at the beginning of the class, and at the end.
Regards, Barry
Hi Bridgie:
One thing that may work well with reviewing SLOs on a regular basis is to write out the daily objectives (that correlate with the overall objectives) on the white board each day.
Additionally, the instructor might review these daily objectives both at the beginning of the class, and at the end.
Regards, Barry
Hi Joseph:
One thing that may work well with reviewing SLOs on a regular basis is to write out the daily objectives (that correlate with the overall objectives) on the white board each day.
Additionally, the instructor might review these daily objectives both at the beginning of the class, and at the end.
Regards, Barry
