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UNIT#03
Teacher Centered Method
and Student Centered
Method .

(1) Teacher Centered Method(TCM)::

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 Here are some common names of teacher-centered methods:
1. Lecture Method

2. Direct Instruction

3. Traditional Teaching

4. Content_Focused Teaching

5. Structured Practice Method

➡️ Definition of (TCM):

The Teacher-Centered Method is a traditional approach where the teacher leads, and students
passively receive knowledge through lectures and direct instruction.

➡️ The role of a teacher in teacher-centered methods

1. Leader:
Guides and controls all classroom activities.

2. Instructor:
Delivers knowledge through lectures or demonstrations.

3. Planner:
Designs and organizes lessons.

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 4. Evaluator:
Assesses student performance with tests and exams.

5. Disciplinarian:
Maintains order and focus in the classroom.

6. Authority Figure:
Acts as the main source of knowledge and decision-maker.

➡️ In teacher-centered methods, the student’s role is to:

1. Listen to the teacher.

2. Follow instructions.

3. Learn and memorize information.

4. Watch and observe demonstrations.

5. Answer questions when asked.

6. Take tests to show understanding.

✅Advantages of Teacher-Centered Methods:

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 Here are advantages of the teacher-centered method, explained briefly:

1. Clear Structure:
Provides a well-organized framework for learning.

2. Efficient Time Use:

The teacher controls the pacing to cover essential material.

3. Focused Learning:
Direct instruction helps maintain focus on core topics.

4. Expert Guidance:
Teachers offer authoritative insights and clarity.

5. Classroom Control:
The teacher ensures a disciplined and controlled environment.

6. Standardized Evaluation:
Assessment is consistent and measurable.

7. Content Mastery:
Students receive clear, detailed explanations for deep understanding.

8. Less Distraction:
Teacher-led lessons minimize distractions and off-task behavior.

9. Uniform Learning:
All students receive the same foundational content.

10. All students receive the same foundational content.

✅ Disadvantages of Teacher-Centered Methods:

1. Limits student creativity.

2. Students become passive learners.

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 3. Discourages critical thinking.

4. Less interaction between students and teachers.

5. Doesn't address individual learning needs.

6. Shy students may feel ignored.

7. Focuses more on memorization than understanding.

8. Can make learning boring.

9. Students depend too much on the teacher.

10. Doesn't encourage teamwork or collaboration.

Examples:
Here are examples of teacher-centered methods:

1. Lecturing:
The teacher provides information while students listen and take notes.

2. Direct Instruction:
The teacher teaches a specific skill or concept step-by-step.

3. Demonstration:
The teacher shows students how to perform a task or solve a problem.

4. Drill and Practice:

The teacher leads repetitive exercises to help students master basic skills.

5. Classroom Discussion:
The teacher guides a discussion where students respond to questions
but the teacher controls the flow.

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 2). Student Centered Method(SCM)

Common names for student-centered methods include:

1. Active Learning

2. Collaborative Learning

3. Project-Based Learning (PBL)

4. Inquiry-Based Learning

5. Problem-Based Learning (PBL)

6. Cooperative Learning

7. Experiential Learning

8. Discovery Learning

9. Indirect instructions

➡️Definition of (SCM):
The Student-Centered Method is a teaching approach where students actively participate in
learning, while the teacher guides and supports them.

➡️ Role of teacher in students centered method

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 Here’s the role of the teacher in the student-centered method,

1. Facilitator:
Guides and supports students in their learning journey.

2. Resource Provider:
Offers materials and tools for students to explore topics.

3. Encourager:
Motivates and inspires students to think critically and creatively.

4. Mentor:
Assists students individually or in small groups to deepen understanding.

5. Collaborator: Encourages collaboration and group work among students.

➡️Role of students in Student Centered Method

The role of students in the student-centered method is:

1. Active Learners:

Take responsibility for their own learning and engage actively in lessons.

2. Critical Thinkers:
Analyze, evaluate, and reflect on information.

3. Problem Solvers:
Use creativity and collaboration to find solutions to challenges.

4. Collaborators:
Work with peers to share ideas, discuss topics, and solve problems.

5. Self-Managers:
Set goals, manage time, and assess their own progress.

6. Inquirers:
Ask questions, explore new ideas, and seek out information independently.

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 ✅Advantages of the student-centered method:
Here are advantages of the student-centered method:

1. Increases Engagement:
Students are more actively involved in their learning.

2. Encourages Critical Thinking:

Promotes problem-solving and analytical skills.

3. Promotes Independence:
Students take responsibility for their own learning.

4. Fosters Collaboration:
Encourages teamwork and communication among students.

5. Supports Personal Growth:

Recognizes and nurtures individual strengths and interests.

6. Builds Confidence:
Students gain confidence by actively participating in their learning.

7. Improves Communication Skills: Students practice expressing ideas and listening to others.

8. Enhances Retention:
Active learning leads to better understanding and long-term memory.

9. Develops Life Skills:

Encourages skills like time management, decision-making, and self-reflection.

✅ Disadvantages of the student-centered method :

Here are the disadvantages of the student-centered method:

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 1. Time-Consuming:
Takes more time to prepare lessons and activities.

2. Needs Skilled Teachers:

Teachers need strong skills to guide students effectively.

3. Unequal Participation:
Some students may not participate as much.

4. Lack of Structure:
It can feel disorganized if not carefully managed.

5. Hard for Large Classes:

Difficult to manage a big group of students.

6. Limited Content:
May not cover all topics in the curriculum.

7. Struggles for Some Students:

Some may need more direct instruction.

8. Different Paces:
Students learn at different speeds, which can cause delays.

9. Needs More Resources:

Requires more materials and tools to be effective.

Examples:
Here are simple examples of student-centered methods:

1. Group Work:
Students work together to complete tasks.

2. Project-Based Learning:
Students create and present projects.

3. Inquiry-Based Learning:
Students ask questions and find answers on their own.

4. Peer Teaching:
Students teach each other.

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 5. Flipped Classroom:
Students learn at home and work on tasks in class.

✅Higher Order Learning and Lower Order Learning:

Higher-order learning and lower-order learning are terms used to differentiate levels of cognitive
processes based on Bloom's Taxonomy. They refer to the depth and complexity of mental
engagement required for learning and problem-solving. Below is a detailed explanation of both
concepts:

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Lower-Order Learning
Lower-order learning focuses on basic cognitive skills that involve remembering, understanding,
and applying knowledge. These are foundational skills necessary for acquiring new information,
but they do not require much critical thinking or analysis.
Characteristics of Lower-Order Learning
1. Basic Understanding: Focuses on simple recall and comprehension of facts or concepts.

2. Repetition-Based: Often involves rote memorization or drills.

3. Limited Critical Thinking: Requires little interpretation or creativity.

4. Direct Application: Tasks are straightforward and involve applying previously learned rules or
concepts.

Examples of Lower-Order Learning Tasks

Memorizing vocabulary definitions.
Recalling historical dates and events.
Listing the steps of a process.
Solving simple math problems using standard formulas.

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 Levels of Lower-Order Learning in Bloom's Taxonomy
1. Remembering:
Ability to recall facts, terms, and basic concepts.
Example: "What year did the French Revolution begin?"

2. Understanding:
Comprehending the meaning of information.
Example: "Explain the water cycle in your own words."

3. Applying:
Using knowledge in familiar or straightforward situations.
Example: "Solve this equation using the quadratic formula."

Importance of Lower-Order Learning

It provides the foundation for acquiring higher-order cognitive skills.
Without a solid grasp of basic facts and concepts, higher-level learning is difficult.

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Higher-Order Learning
Higher-order learning involves advanced cognitive processes, such as analyzing, evaluating, and
creating. It requires learners to think critically, solve complex problems, and make connections
between concepts.
Characteristics of Higher-Order Learning
1. Critical Thinking: Encourages reasoning, questioning, and analyzing information.

2. Problem-Solving: Involves tackling unfamiliar or complex challenges.

3. Creativity: Promotes generating new ideas, solutions, or products.

4. Depth and Application: Goes beyond surface-level understanding, requiring deeper

engagement with material.

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 Examples of Higher-Order Learning Tasks
Comparing and contrasting theories or concepts.
Designing an experiment to test a hypothesis.
Evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of an argument.
Creating a business model for a new product.

Levels of Higher-Order Learning in Bloom's Taxonomy

4. Analyzing:
Breaking information into parts to understand relationships and structures.
Example: "Compare the causes of World War I and World War II."

5. Evaluating:
Making judgments based on evidence or criteria.
Example: "Assess the effectiveness of renewable energy policies."

6. Creating:
Synthesizing information to produce new ideas, designs, or solutions.
Example: "Write a short story that illustrates the theme of resilience."

Importance of Higher-Order Learning

Encourages independent thinking and intellectual curiosity.
Helps learners apply knowledge to real-world problems.
Promotes lifelong learning and adaptability in complex situations.

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Key Differences Between Higher-Order and Lower-Order Learning

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Interdependence of Both Types of Learning

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 While they are distinct, lower-order learning and higher-order learning are interdependent:
Lower-order learning is essential for building foundational knowledge.
Higher-order learning builds on that foundation, enabling learners to engage in more complex
and abstract thinking.

For example, to solve a real-world engineering problem (higher-order learning), you need a
thorough understanding of fundamental principles like physics and mathematics (lower-order
learning).

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Educational Implications
1. For Lower-Order Learning:
Teachers should focus on clear explanations, repetition, and practice.
Assessment methods like quizzes and multiple-choice tests are effective.

2. For Higher-Order Learning:

Teachers should encourage open-ended questions, discussions, and project-based learning.
Assessments should focus on essays, case studies, and real-world problem-solving tasks.

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By balancing lower-order and higher-order learning, educators can foster a comprehensive
educational experience, ensuring students acquire basic knowledge while developing the skills to
think critically and innovate.

✅ Higher Order Learning and Lower Order Learning

Differences:

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 The Cognitive Domain is one of the three domains in Bloom's Taxonomy, a framework
developed in 1956 by Benjamin Bloom and collaborators to classify educational learning
objectives. The cognitive domain focuses on intellectual skills and mental processes,
encompassing knowledge acquisition, comprehension, application, analysis, synthesis, and
evaluation. It emphasizes the development of higher-order thinking skills, allowing learners to
process information, solve problems, and make informed decisions.
The cognitive domain has six levels, organized hierarchically from basic to complex. Below is a
detailed explanation of each level:

1. Knowledge (Remembering)
Definition: This level involves the recall of facts, basic concepts, or information without
necessarily understanding it.

Examples of Skills: Memorizing definitions, recalling dates, recognizing terms, listing

steps.

Keywords: Define, list, identify, name, recall, recognize, state.

Examples in Practice:

Memorizing multiplication tables.

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 Recalling the dates of historical events.

Naming the parts of a plant.

2. Comprehension (Understanding)
Definition: Understanding the meaning of information, interpreting data, and explaining
ideas in one’s own words.

Examples of Skills: Explaining concepts, summarizing information, interpreting data,

classifying ideas.

Keywords: Explain, describe, summarize, interpret, paraphrase, classify, translate.

Examples in Practice:

Summarizing the main points of a story.

Explaining the water cycle.

Interpreting the meaning of a graph.

3. Application (Applying)
Definition: Using knowledge or learned information in new and concrete situations to solve
problems.

Examples of Skills: Applying formulas, solving problems, demonstrating techniques, using

knowledge in new contexts.

Keywords: Apply, demonstrate, use, solve, calculate, operate, implement.

Examples in Practice:

Solving mathematical word problems.

Using grammar rules to write a correct sentence.

Applying a scientific formula to an experiment.

4. Analysis (Analyzing)
Definition: Breaking information into parts to understand its structure, relationships, and
connections.

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 Examples of Skills: Identifying causes and effects, comparing and contrasting, organizing
data, detecting patterns.

Keywords: Analyze, differentiate, compare, contrast, categorize, organize, examine,

investigate.

Examples in Practice:

Analyzing the causes of a historical event.

Differentiating between primary and secondary sources.

Breaking down the steps of a complex process.

5. Synthesis (Creating)
Definition: Combining parts of knowledge to form a new whole or propose creative
solutions.

Examples of Skills: Designing, constructing, formulating, planning, creating new ideas or

products.

Keywords: Create, design, develop, propose, formulate, invent, construct.

Examples in Practice:

Writing an original essay or story.

Designing a scientific experiment.

Developing a business plan.

6. Evaluation (Evaluating)
Definition: Making judgments based on criteria and standards, including assessing the
value, quality, or relevance of ideas or materials.

Examples of Skills: Critiquing, recommending, defending opinions, justifying decisions,

assessing validity.

Keywords: Evaluate, judge, justify, critique, recommend, assess, appraise.

Examples in Practice:

Critiquing a piece of artwork or literature.

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 Evaluating the effectiveness of a solution to a problem.

Justifying a decision based on evidence.

Revised Bloom's Taxonomy (2001)

In 2001, Bloom's Taxonomy was revised by a group led by Lorin Anderson and David
Krathwohl. The revised version introduced action-oriented categories with updated terms:

1. Remember (formerly Knowledge)

2. Understand (formerly Comprehension)

3. Apply (same as before)

4. Analyze (same as before)

5. Evaluate (shifted up, now before Create)

6. Create (formerly Synthesis, now the highest level)

Importance of the Cognitive Domain

It forms the basis of most educational curricula and training programs.

Encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and the ability to apply knowledge in various
contexts.

Promotes lifelong learning by fostering deeper understanding and intellectual growth.

By focusing on all levels of the cognitive domain, educators can help students develop a well-
rounded set of intellectual skills that progress from basic knowledge to advanced critical thinking
and creativity.

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