Studentcentric

Studentcentric, or student-centered, is an educational approach that places learners at the center of the learning process. It aims to tailor instruction to students' needs, interests, and prior knowledge, and to promote active engagement, autonomy, and responsibility for learning.

Key features include personalization, active learning, collaboration, and ongoing formative assessment. It is often contrasted with teacher-centered approaches that emphasize the transmission of information. Instruction is often inquiry- or project-based, with students making choices about topics, methods, and demonstration of understanding. Teachers act as facilitators and guides, aligning goals with meaningful real-world tasks and ensuring accessibility for diverse learners.

In practice, studentcentric approaches are used across K-12 and higher education, including personalized learning plans, competency- or mastery-based progression, flipped classrooms, and portfolio-based assessment. The emphasis is on developing transferable skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, and self-regulation, alongside content knowledge.

Critics point to resource requirements, the need for sustained professional development, and concerns about equity and standards alignment. Successful implementation typically requires clear learning outcomes, strong alignment with assessment strategies, appropriate technology, and ongoing attention to inclusivity, privacy, and school culture.