Fortunately, actively learning can become part of an instructor’s lectures in small steps. Incorporating one of these activities into your already created lectures is a great step in getting students ...

There are many designs for learning activities. Some are fairly common, such as labs, studios, and group problem-solving. Others might include complex tasks or specialized materials. You may want to ...

"Active learning" is a general term that describes any time that students get to learn something by performing an activity in class—such as answering a poll question, think-pair-sharing, working in ...

Many of the concerns listed on this webpage use technology to address problems that may arise when building in active learning. Here you will also find additional resources to help facilitate teaching ...

Large lecture courses are a staple in many disciplines, varying in size from 40 students up to 400+. They are often viewed as an effective and economical way to guide students through foundational ...

Active learning, or instructional methods that actively engage students in their own learning, is on the rise. So, too, are physical spaces dedicated to this kind of teaching. These are positive ...

Many new teachers step into classrooms that still reflect traditional, teacher-centered models. These classrooms often place ...

The use of active learning strategies offers educators proven approaches to advance student learning. Trends in the literature point to a continued focus on the benefits of unique student projects, ...

Lizélle Pretorius received funding from UNISA as part of a bursary when completing her PhD. She is currently a member of ISATT (International Study Association of Teachers and Teaching) and the Junior ...

Active Learning has been referred to as many things, including “project-based learning” and “flipped classes.” The fundamental premise of active learning is the replacement of passive class time with ...