Student-Centered+Classrooms+Group+2

=If students are in charge of their own learning, how will we be sure they learn what is important?=


 * == Concerns == || == Solutions == ||

Concern: Will the students have a clear understanding of what the student is responsible for?

Solution: The teacher will need to design a clear project, with accountability: Rubrics, clear flow,

Concern: When do you give a rubric? Develop a rubric before or afterward? Student involvement? The idea of self-reflection on the student's behalf ... will kids break out of their comfort-zone?

Lower level performers may find the process overwhelming because of lack of initiative. (differentiation)

Solution: Lots of modeling!!! Step by step!!! At the begining ... start simply.

Concern: Getting those who don't have motivation to get stimulated.

Solution: Broader concepts that students can demonstrate in a variety of ways