Course Description

Recognize the Advantages of a Learner-Centered Environment

Creating a Learner-Centered Environment- Research has supported the shift from a teacher-centered classroom to a learner-centered classroom. Learner-centered classrooms change the focus to students' needs and are adaptable to the students that they serve. Having a strong understanding of the components that make up learner-centered learning will help students thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

Course Details

Number or Units: 3.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours

Who Should Attend: This course is intended for working professionals that want to transition to a learner-centered learning environment. This course will be useful for educational professionals that are working in a whole-class setting, small group or one-on-one interventions. Some of these educational professionals include:

  • Elementary School Teachers
  • Secondary Teachers
  • Instructional Coaches
  • Curriculum Coordinators
  • ELD Teachers
  • Literacy Coaches
  • Response to Intervention Teams
  • Newcomer Teachers
  • Technology Coordinators
  • School Administrative Teams
  • MTSS Teams
  • Reading Interventionist

Course Materials: No Textbook Requirement

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What You Will Learn

  • Understand different elements by creating a learner-centered environment
  • Recognize the advantages of creating an explicit learner-centered environment
  • Analyze their classroom or school setting to determine what shifts need to occur to create a learner-center environment
  • Apply the key elements and strategies of learner-centered environments in an implementation plan

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Professional development courses offered by the University of San Diego’s Division of Professional & Continuing Education are taught by faculty that possess a depth and breadth of academic and real-world professional experience.

Why USD?

The Professional and Continuing Education program nurtures key partnerships on the local, national, and international level. The goal is to better serve working professionals who seek to enhance or build their careers and help achieve their highest value and potential. Contact us today to learn more.

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