For, the teacher does all of the talking and the students never are provided an opportunity for discussion. I have never done well in these types of classes, for I am usually very bored. I advocate a student-centered approach, too, but I define it a bit differently. Teachers create an environment and choose activities and assignments that engage studetns in active learning, finding ways to help them learn how to learn. That is the first nad foremost principle.
Teachers then intervene when they can best help individual students.
I'm hoping you integrate active learning in yoru plans this semester. Before, my field base experience this was not the case. Now, the problem I must over come is the slight nervousness of speaking in front of adults. I have learned that you must never threaten students with consequences, unless you are going to follow through with them.