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Identifying Features of Classroom Websites that Support Student-centered Learning

Student-centered learning has many characteristics.  For the purposes of this WebQuest,  please focus on the following characteristics:

  • Students have a choice of topic when completing a project.
  • Students construct new knowledge and skills by building on their current knowledge and skills.
  • Students have access to multiple sources of information for the purpose of research.
  • Students have full understanding of expectations and are encouraged to engage in self-assessment.
  • Students work in collaboration with other learners.
  • Student work demonstrates authentic learning.

Explore the following classroom websites in search of features that support characteristics of student-centered learning.  Record your findings on a research organizer (PDF or RTF) to share with your home team at the completion of this exploration.