Challenges in Student Centered Learning

Abstract

Abstract: In a student- centered approach the student is at the center of student-centered learning, where learning is dependent upon the learner's interest. It empowers learners to take ownership of their learning process, encouraging and experience real life situations. The goal of this project is to determine the challenges schools, teachers and students are facing in adopting modern technologies. The author discussed the types of student-centered learning and how a teacher can gain attention of students while using gadgets. The Prons and cons of applying student focused learning is mentioned in the article. It also shows how it is different from traditional ways of teaching and its changes are beneficiary for student and teacher. Therefore, NEP 2020 emphasizes education for all children but on the needs of the student rather than the teacher. The scaffolding means teacher helps students through their guidance, but the completion of activity is done by students. in student learning approach the student not only enhances the confidence but also use the cognitive and abstract thinking. This approach also develops the leadership skills of students and brings harmony among peer groups. The challenge teachers are facing is to use individualized plans for every diverse need of students. There is an enormous difference between student centered and traditional ways of teaching. The students are given opportunities to explore more and focus on practical work. Students become more responsible for their future course of action. In student centered learning, the students do abstarct thinking and teachers take them to field work for real life experiences. Many different commissions are developed by government of India to engage every student in practical world and give them opportunities to become a successful citizen. E- learning is the best example for student involvement in online mode with their peer group. Some of the tasks are given online by a teacher like making PPT whitehanded the computer skills and confidence of student in giving presentation.