When students are placed at the center of learning – given choice, voice, and real-world relevance – engagement soars, ownership deepens, and learning becomes more meaningful and lasting. However, shifting to student-centered learning through ARTI-ful Learning (ABL) requires a fundamental change in teacher practice.
This session, led by an educator who has implemented ABL across multiple grade levels and a school leader who guided elementary faculty through this transition, will explore what it takes to shift from teacher-directed to student-driven learning. Participants will gain practical insights from our experiences, including:
- The Why of ABL - Why Authentic, Relevant, Transferable, and Impactful learning leads to deeper engagement and 21st century skill development.
- How We Supported Teachers - Strategies we used to help teachers transition from traditional instruction to student-centered facilitation.
- What Was Hard - The biggest stumbling blocks in shifting to ABL and how we overcame them.
- What We Would (and Wouldn’t) Do Again - Lessons learned, missteps to avoid, and key actions that made the biggest difference.
