Student-Centered Learning: Allowing Students Autonomy over their Work
This week’s blog post is guest-written by Emi Sharma. Emi is the Founder/Teacher of Zeki Jaan in Delhi, an after-school LEGO Robotics space. Before founding Zeki Jann, Emi has taught K-8 students in general education and LEGO classes, students with special needs...
The Student-Driven Classroom
Picture a traditional classroom. Where is the teacher standing? Where are the students? Who is doing most of the talking? What sorts of activities are the students engaged in? Chances are you imagined the teacher at the head of the class, largely running the show by...
Inquiry-based Learning requires support
Inquiry based learning is a fantastic tool, placing students’ questions and ideas at the centre of the classroom, and structuring learning around discovering answers rather than distinct subject areas. The teacher acts as a more passive guide who facilitates learning,...