Barbara L. McCombs – författare

Shows educators and administrators how they can fill their classrooms with students who are eager for success and motivated to learn. The learner-centered approach focuses on designing instruction that is sensitive to the individual students needs, abilities, and interests rather than rigidly tied to the subject matter.

"I loved the connections that were made between the suggested practices to improve teaching and real-life uses of those practices!"—Brigitte Tennis, Head Teacher, Stella Schola Middle School, Redmond, WA "One of the most well–written books on educational theory. Goes to the heart of teaching—the students."—Betty Brandenburg Yundt, Fifth–Grade Teacher, Walker Intermediate School, Fort Knox, KY "Offers practical suggestions for how to create a learner–centered environment."—Judi Elman, English Teacher, Highland Park High School, IL Create a learner–centered environment that promotes individual student achievement!Using core principles of educational psychology, this research–based resource provides instructional strategies and assessment tools that emphasize learning partnerships between teachers and students as they rally support from parents, community, administrators, school staff, and other teachers. The sound psychological foundation of the learner–centered model supports student growth, development, and achievement by focusing on such key factors as cognition, metacognition, motivation, affect, and individual differences. This teacher–friendly guide also features:Interactive training exercises Self–assessments and reflection tools Real–life success stories and models Extensive reproducibles and illustrations A comprehensive glossary and research resourcesAppropriate for preservice and inservice use, Learner–Centered Classroom Practices and Assessments provides teachers with essential and practical tools for maximizing learning collaborations among teachers, students, and parents.

"I loved the connections that were made between the suggested practices to improve teaching and real-life uses of those practices!"—Brigitte Tennis, Head Teacher, Stella Schola Middle School, Redmond, WA "One of the most well–written books on educational theory. Goes to the heart of teaching—the students."—Betty Brandenburg Yundt, Fifth–Grade Teacher, Walker Intermediate School, Fort Knox, KY "Offers practical suggestions for how to create a learner–centered environment."—Judi Elman, English Teacher, Highland Park High School, IL Create a learner–centered environment that promotes individual student achievement!Using core principles of educational psychology, this research–based resource provides instructional strategies and assessment tools that emphasize learning partnerships between teachers and students as they rally support from parents, community, administrators, school staff, and other teachers. The sound psychological foundation of the learner–centered model supports student growth, development, and achievement by focusing on such key factors as cognition, metacognition, motivation, affect, and individual differences. This teacher–friendly guide also features:Interactive training exercises Self–assessments and reflection tools Real–life success stories and models Extensive reproducibles and illustrations A comprehensive glossary and research resourcesAppropriate for preservice and inservice use, Learner–Centered Classroom Practices and Assessments provides teachers with essential and practical tools for maximizing learning collaborations among teachers, students, and parents.

"The time is right and the need is profound for learner-centered practices in schools. McCombs and Miller describe the tools available and how a school can use them to make substantial changes that increase student performance."—Jean W. Pierce, Professor of Educational PsychologyNorthern Illinois UniversityA new leadership paradigm for increasing collaboration and boosting achievement!In today′s educational environment, school leaders must find new ways to create a positive school climate for staff and students while helping them meet rigorous testing and accountability requirements.The School Leader′s Guide to Learner-Centered Education introduces a transformative leadership model for creating and sustaining a learner-centered school environment. Using core principles of educational psychology, the authors examine how educators can support student growth, development, and achievement by focusing on key factors such as cognition, metacognition, motivation, affect, and individual differences. Numerous reflective exercises, assessment tools, and real-life success stories help readers:Provide moral leadership for creating school changeIncorporate learning standards without sacrificing student engagement Form learner-centered support groups that utilize networking and technologyPrepare students for the challenges of global citizenshipPromote success for diverse populations and marginalized groupsDesigned to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving world, this new leadership paradigm provides school principals, superintendents, and district leaders with the means to engage all members of the educational community in a lifelong process of growth, improvement, and empowerment.