Learning methods using in a student-centred process - Lithuania case

The student-centred learning means a link that can bring a different culture in the universities. This approach requires that the teachers really understand and pay attention to the students and use modern and progressive teaching methods. The empirical research was performed with the intention to find out if university teachers in Lithuania know and use different methods which are characteristic for student-centred learning. The most frequent methods of student-centred learning are problem-based learning, project-led education, learning contracts, flexible learning, inquiry learning, just-in-time checking and personalized learning. This research presents opinions of relevant authors on the contemporary student-centred learning and enables an insight into the practice of lecturers. It shows that SCL has got its place in European universities however several of its aspects should be developed further. Keywords: student-centred learning; learning methods; teachers; high school education