Handbook of Research on Learner-Centered Pedagogy in Teacher Education and Professional Development

Download or read book Handbook of Research on Learner-Centered Pedagogy in Teacher Education and Professional Development written by Keengwe, Jared and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2016-08-18 with total page 451 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Education in the 21st century is shifting focus from accessing and sharing information to designing active and collaborative learning environments which foster student engagement and critical thinking skills. Active learning features a hands-on, activity-based teaching approach during which students synthesize information and take joy in new discovery. The Handbook of Research on Learner-Centered Pedagogy in Teacher Education and Professional Development presents a comprehensive look into the methodologies and strategies necessary to establish classroom climates in which students feel free to question their preconceptions and express opinions. Featuring chapters from international researchers, this book is ideal for administrators, teachers, policy makers, and students of education.