There is tremendous variety in the many types of schools that are not in the mainstream of public education, but represent variations on traditional educational methods and models. A wide range of private schools, vocational schools, and exam schools offer programs geared towards students with particular interests and talents or parents who desire a different learning environment for their children.
While many of these schools differ from the mainstream in the focus of their curriculum, the rigor of their offerings, or the needs of their population, itis difficult to generalize about the degree to which these represent astudent-centered approach. Some private schools, for example, may be deeply immersed in constructivist thinking, while others are just as deeply committed to no-nonsense, teacher-centered delivery of traditional college-preparatory material.
Student-centered educators need be accepting of these different models and realize that each can provide value to students of different backgrounds.
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