Dimension of

learner-centered
teaching
Prepared by: Calimpusan, Margaret G.
Calang, thea m.
 Objectives
Throughout the Lesson the students should be able to:
Elaborate the function of content:
Explain the role of instructor based on learner-centered
approach;
Reflect who is responsible for learning;
Create an essay highlighting the purpose of assessment
in Learner-centered approach;
Build a sense of balance of power in the classroom
 Pre-test
One-minute paper: On a ¼ sheet of paper, each
student is given a minute to formulate their own
questions regarding the topic. The
facilitator/reporter will collect the papers and
shuffle it. It will be distributed and the students
should answer their classmates' formulated
questions.
The function of
content
focus on higher order thinking rather than
memorization showing learners to actively
explore and reflect on their learning
an essential role of the instructor is to
assist students to learn.
encourage active participation and poster
a collaborative learning environment.
Personalize learning involves
differentiating instructions so that students
can learn in way that suit their personal
need
 Visual Logical/Mathematical

Learning
Musical/Auditory
styles Verbal
What is your
learning style?
Physical/kinaesthetic
Solitary
The role of
instructor
assist the student to learn
serve as a facilitator that
promotes learning rather than a
context expert or authorization
classroom manager
Teacher Professionalization -
teachers need opportunities to
ask questions to themselves, try
out new strategies and learn from
experts throughout their career
 The Responsibility
for learning
promote independendent active and
autonomous learning, as learners become
more responsible for their own learning
Learners who accept the idea that their
own efforts are crucial to their progress in
learning
Student can make choice according to
his/her needs during the process (Burnard,
1999) and so he/she becomes responsible
for his/her own learning as s/he is active in
the learning process (Lea, Stephenson &
Troy, 2003).
 10 ESSENTIAL CHARACTERISTICS OF A 21ST-
CENTURY EDUCATOR

1. Relationship Builder — a 21st-century educator focuses on building strong relationships

with students, colleagues, and parents to create a positive and supportive learning
environment.

2. Adaptive — being adaptive means being flexible and open to change, allowing
educators to adjust their teaching methods and approaches to meet the evolving needs
of students.

3. Inclusive — an inclusive educator embraces and celebrates diversity, ensuring that

every student feels valued, respected, and supported in the classroom.

4. Networked/Collaborative — reflective educators regularly evaluate their teaching

practices, seeking opportunities for growth and improvement to better support student
learning.

5. Networked/Collaborative — being networked and collaborative involves actively

engaging with other educators, sharing ideas, resources, and best practices to enhance
teaching and learnin
 10 ESSENTIAL CHARACTERISTICS OF A 21ST-
CENTURY EDUCATOR

6. Innovative — an innovative educator embraces new ideas, technologies, and teaching

strategies to create engaging and meaningful learning experiences for students.

7. Leadership — a 21st-century educator demonstrates leadership qualities by guiding and

inspiring students, colleagues, and the broader educational community toward positive change
and growth.

8. Storyteller — using storytelling techniques, an educator captivates students' attention and

connects learning to real-life experiences, making the content more relatable and memorable.

9. Designer — a designer educator creates intentional and engaging learning experiences by

carefully planning and organizing curriculum, activities, and assessments to meet the needs of
diverse learners.

10. Tech Savvy — being tech-savvy means having the skills and knowledge to effectively
integrate technology into teaching and learning, preparing students for the digital world.
The purpose of
assessment
Assessment is the systematic basis in
making ideas or conclusions about the
learning and development of the
students. It is the process of defining,
selecting, collecting, analyzing,
interpreting, and using information to
increase each student’s learning and
development.
Assessments assist learners by:

• Providing feedback that will help them improve

• Helping direct themselves towards their learning goals
• Motivating them to keep making progress
• Gathering relevant information about them to support
them in ways specific to the learner
• Detecting learning issues such as reading problems,
speech difficulties or problems with hand-eye
coordination
• Helping them identify their strengths and weaknesses.
 Different types of
assessments
Initial Assessments
An initial assessment at the start of
a course can identify special
requirements, such as reading ability or
disabilities like dyslexia, and ensure all
learners receive necessary support to
complete the course, even if they are
unaware of them.
Diagnostic assessment
These can be conducted at
intervals between sessions or
modules to diagnose any gaps in
learning. They are beneficial for
recapping content and identifying
progress. There are various ways to
carry out diagnostic assessments,
such as interviews, learners’
feedback or performance tasks.
Holistic assessments
Holistic learning is the
philosophy of educating a learner
beyond core academics. It takes
an alternative approach to
traditional teaching methods by
seeking to develop a learner’s
physical, emotional, moral,
psychological and spiritual
attributes.
Formative assessments
These are ongoing, informal
assessments to quickly
determine the level a learner is
currently at. This could be as
simple as asking questions
throughout the day.
Summative assessments
It is the formal assessment at the
end of a training course that
measures achievement as opposed
to progress. This is the main
assessment used to measure
whether a learner has reached the
criteria required to obtain certificate.
The Balance of Power
It emphasizes that the control and
authority of teachers in the learning
process decrease the motivation of the
students. As a result, mostly are
unwilling and dependent students who
cannot take the responsibility of their
own learning.
 In order to achieve balance in power, students should have a positive
impact on the process of learning. In a learner-centered environment, power is
shared rather than transferred. The school including the faculty will still make
decisions about students' learning but not without their inputs.

There are effects of power sharing on the three elements in educational

process:

• Learners
• Teachers
• Environment in the classroom
 Post-test
Task: Write an educational essay to elaborate
the roles of learner-centered teacher (minimum
of 100 words, maximum of 300 words.) To be
written on a 1 whole sheet of paper.
Thank you
very much