LEARNER-CENTERED TEACHING: PRACTICAL ACTIVITIES AND STRATEGIES
Abstract
This article explores learner-centered teaching (LCT) through practical, research-based activities designed to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Activities such as problem-based learning, choice boards, Socratic seminars, reflective journals, and jigsaw tasks promote autonomy, collaboration, and critical thinking. Each activity is supported by educational theories, including constructivism and self-determination theory. Implementation strategies, assessment methods, and challenges are discussed to guide educators in creating dynamic, student-driven classrooms that foster lifelong learning skills.
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