Abstract:
Student-centered learning (SCL) is an active form of learning used in agricultural and natural resources courses at The Ohio State University. Students assume responsibility for much of their learning in SCL classes. In return. students have great input in determining what they learn as well as planning for the evaluation oftheir learning. The level freshman, sophomore. etc.) of a class determines student involvement in the teaching and learning process. The higher the level- the more students are involved. In all classes students help set the goals and objectives, evaluation criteria, and code of conduct. Students in upper level classes choose much of the course content and are responsible for gathering and disseminating the information for many of the selected topics. Teachers have the responsibility to facilitate learning and provide, at minimum. introductory information. Students and teachers work together to structure the class in a way that best suits the needs of the students and accomplishes the goals and objectives of the class. In the process students learn the subject and develop the skills of teamwork, critical thinking. and decision making. Student-centered learning has successfully become a part of agriculture and natural resources classes at The Ohio State University.
Keywords:
student-centered learning, natural resources, Ohio State University
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