The Student-Centered Classroom

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2007. — 41 p. A student-centered approach helps students to develop a "can-do" attitude. It is effective, motivating, and enjoyable. This booklet sets out to discuss how this approach can be implemented. It also deals with the problems that may arise. Introduction. Autonomous Learning. Classroom Management. Motivation. Fluency and Accuracy. Teacher as Facilitator. Different Kinds of Activities. Conclusions. Further reading. "In The student centered classroom, Leo Jones discusses the central importance of pair work and group work to successful language teaching. He supports his ideas with a wealth of practical suggestions for teachers to use in managing student-centered classes of all sizes." (back cover)