New Delhi: University of Cambridge International Examinations today brought out yet another interesting concept for the young learners. "Student Centered Learning" as it is referred to is another initiative by Cambridge International Examinations to make learning more effective and focused.

Explaining the concept at a conference organized by The Association of International Schools of India (TAISI), Keely Laycock, a senior teachers trainer from Cambridge said "Student centred learning has learner activity, and responsibility, at its heart. This is by contrast to the stronger emphasis on teacher control and the coverage of content found in more conventional teaching practice". She added "In recent years, priority has been given to the educational goal of placing more emphasis on the process of learning and less on measuring the understanding of content. While such an objective can be achieved relatively easily in the small class setting, it is more difficult in large class situations".

The concept of Student Centered Learning shall first have to be imparted to teachers in India, before it is finally implemented in schools. CIE shall attempt to pursue effective teaching and learning strategies for independent learning by students who find themselves in large groups.

Discussing the relevance of the new concept in modern age learning, William Bickerdike, Regional Manager, South Asia said "It is possible with large groups to encourage the development of the characteristics required in quality life-long learning – motivation, self-evaluation, peer-assessment, time management, etc. But to achieve this, educators need to look less at the teacher and more at the student".

The teaching approach advocated by Keely Laycock was well appreciated by teachers and trainers alike. Mr Lawrence Fray, Principal, Vidya Sanskar International School, said, "Education is a serious business and demands serious attention from all concerned for the benefit of students. We welcome this seminar from CIE and hope that all schools will translate Ms Laycock's message into practice so that learning can be made both effective and fun".

About CIE
University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) is the world's largest provider of international qualifications for 14-19 year olds. CIE offers a broad range of qualifications, created for an international audience. CIE's qualifications include Cambridge IGCSE and International A/AS Level. CIE qualifications are taken in 150 countries and recognised by universities, educational providers and employers across the world.

CIE is part of the Cambridge Assessment Group, a non-teaching, not-for-profit organisation and part of the University of Cambridge. CIE has a strong pedigree in development and research – it was the first exam board to develop the International GCSE 20 years ago. We constantly review our provision and introduce new subject areas and qualifications. CIE offers unrivalled support to its network of registered Centres.

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