Changing+Roles

=**Changing Roles**=


 * 1. Please read all information and view accompanying videos.**
 * 2. Understand the standards that can be met while switching roles.**
 * 3. Participate in respective discussion board.**



In the 21st century, teacher-centered learning is not the only way to learn. Much of the focus is now being spent on student-centered learning. This means revoking some of our traditional instructional methods and letting the students learn on their own, and then share their knowledge with other. This allows students to work in their own ways that cater to their various intelligences. Often times, student centered learning allows students to reach higher levels of Bloom's Taxonomy, by applying their knowledge to create new things. This can easily be incorporated with technology, as students can present their information in any way they please--so they are becoming well-educated on a topic and then teaching it to others--thus acting like an instructor! Recall the following levels of Bloom's Taxonomy. == **When switching roles with a teacher, students can gain a deeper understanding, which allows them to apply new information and analyze it. It can allow higher levels of Bloom's Taxonomy to be approached, thus creating a more efficient learning environment.** ==

The following chart shows the comparison between teacher and learner centered learning. This provides a quick comparison to understand the differences.

Student centered learning can even be as simple as guiding discussion, rather than leading it. This includes asking questions and having students explain their thoughts and answers for the remainder of the class. It absolutely represents a new trend in 21st century learning. Have students tell you the goal of the day rather than you telling them! Ask them to tell you what they are learning! Allow them to talk to their classmates in an educational manner. Create discussions rather than lectures. Watch this video about guiding students in a middle school science setting.

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The following links can be browsed at your convenience. They offer information, videos, and tips on how to incorporate student-centered learning into any classroom. [] []  []

**Many of the NETS Standards can be tended to when changing roles within the classroom. The following standards could be achieved, dependent on execution and incorporation of technology.**


== Since we are encouraging our students to work together and be more interactive, we want to do the same here. Think of this wiki as a place to share your experiences with one another. Please head on over to the Discussions tab and share on the appropriate thread: ==