The document discusses the use of Moodle for student-centered learning, emphasizing learner-centered instruction principles that enable students to take ownership of their learning experiences. It outlines the Moodle platform's features, including social learning forums and assessment tools like quizzes, which promote engagement and reflection. The document also highlights the Child-Centered Classroom Methodologies project, integrating both classroom and online components to enhance independent thinking and collaboration among learners.

1. Using Moodle for Student-Centered LearningMatt Finholt-DanielDirector of TechnologySeward Incorporated

2. AgendaPrinciples of Learner-Centered InstructionOverview of MoodleCCCM ProjectBackgroundLearner-centered features of the Moodle siteAdditional Moodle Features

3. 1. Principles of Learner-Centered InstructionFocus on the learnersEnable students to own their learning experienceMake learning engaging, active, social, and contextualPromote deep understandingProvide time for reflectionUse a variety of assessment methods

4. 2. Overview ofOpen source platform for building and delivering online courses

5. Martin Dougiamas

6. Version 1.0 Launched in 2002Social-Constructionist PedagogyCollaborationActivitiesCritical ReflectionNearly 50,000 registered installations in 206 countries

8. 3. Child-Centered Classroom Methodologies ProjectCCCM Methods of Teaching EnglishDesigned as a hybrid courseClassroom componentOnline component that utilizes Moodle

9. CCCM & MoodleWikiProvides time for reflectionEngages the learner in social learningForumsEngages the learner through discussionPromotes independent thinking

10. CCCM & MoodleHot-Potatoes QuizzesEngages the learnerEnables them to own their learning experienceAssess knowledgeQuizEnables them to own their learning experienceAssess knowledge

11. 4. Additional Moodle FeaturesJournalProvide time for reflectionQuestionnaireVehicle for discussionPromotes self-reflectionWorkshopPromotes a deep understanding of the materialMakes learning engaging and social

12. ReviewPrinciples of Learner-Centered InstructionOverview of MoodleCCCM ProjectAdditional Moodle Features