Classroom-Ready Resources for Student-Centered Learning: Basic Teaching Strategies for Fostering Student Ownership, Agency, and Engagement in K–6 Classrooms
the knowledge, skill and expertise of teachers in their teaching. It can help teachers grow in and outside their Profession and enhance student outcomes.
Some strategies for teaching TLE include emphasizing
Collaborative learning groups and using various Instructional materials and methods. CHARACTERISTIC OF A DESIRABLE TLE TEACHER
1. A teacheralways respect their student.
Every person’s ideas and opinions need to be valued. Students should feel safe expressing their feelings and learn to respect and listen to others. 2. A TEACHER DEVELOPS A SENSE OF COMMUNITY AND BELONGING IN THE CLASSROOM.
Mutual respect in the classroom creates a
reassuring, supportive environment. There are rules to follow in this student community and a job to do, and every student is aware that he/she is an important, integral part of the group. 3. A TEACHER IS ALWAYS CARING AND AVAILABLE TO GUIDE STUDENTS.
>A good teacher is reachable not only for
the students but for everyone on the school campus. 4. A TEACHER LOVES TEACHING
> An attentive teacher whole heartedly
accepts the service of learning. They constantly renew themselves as a professional to provide students with the highest quality education possible. 5. A TEACHER IS A PROFESSIONAL GUIDE Unlike administrative leaders, good teachers focus on collective decision- making and teamwork as well as community – building. Good teachers convey this sense of leadership to students by giving them a chance to take on leadership roles. GOOD TEACHING IN TLE IS IMPORTANT BECAUSE; it helps students develop skills and competencies that are relevant for the labor market and their personal development. enhance the quality and effectiveness of teaching and learning through the use of appropriate tools and methods. motivates students to pursue their interest and passions in various fields of TLE. LESSON 2: THE ENVIRONMENT
thelearning environment can produce
conditions and mediate relationship that can positively influence student cognitive, social, emotional, and mental well being, and increase students receptivity to you, context, exchange in the classroom, student motivation and study habits and learning. ( hess & smythe 2004). A GOOD ENVIRONMENT IN TEACHING TLE IS IMPORTANT BECAUSE;
It can enhance student learning,
motivate students and foster positive relationship among students and teachers. A positive nurturing environment is an indispensable part of learning. Itis in a positive environment that a student feel comfortable , a place where healthy relationship with peers and teachers flourish. In a good environment, the process of learning becomes something that students easily adapt to and look forward to. Some strategies for creating a productive environment in teaching TLE are, Being a source of interest and motivation for the students. Using collaborative learnin methods, such as group work, peer tutoring, or cooperative learning. Teaching facts, concepts, skills and values in their entirety.
Classroom-Ready Resources for Student-Centered Learning: Basic Teaching Strategies for Fostering Student Ownership, Agency, and Engagement in K–6 Classrooms