Seven
Principles of
Student-Centered Learning
The Minnesota Learner-Centered Network has adopted these seven principles - researched and defined by our partners at Education Evolving - to help describe, identify, and support practices we believe are core tenets of Student-Centered Learning Environments.
While the principles provide a common language, we believe none are prescriptive - all environments must be designed to meet the needs of the community it serves.
To read the full text of Education Evolving's Research, please see:
Education Evolving's Seven Principles of Student-Centered Learning
Foundational Needs Met
Students’ physical, psychological, and safety needs are met.
Exemplar Member Schools
Resources
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Research: Making the Case for the Whole Child
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Practical Article: Applying Maslow to Schools: A New Approach to School Equity
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Video: MLCN Roundtable Share from Paladin Career and Technical Academy
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TedTalk - Poverty isn't a lack of Character
Equity
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To read more about how positive relationships help create a more equitable school environment, see the Equity in Student Centered Learning Guide (pages 12-13).