Active Learning

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The application of "clickers" in a large astronomy class.
Type: Article
 Teaching and Learning Strategies Active Learning, Authentic/Case/Project/Problem Based Learning, Face-to-Face, iClicker, Large Enrollment Classes, Student Response Systems
Outlines different types of cases and the type of learning that they promote and describes some strategies for engaging students in case-based…
Type: Website
 Teaching and Learning Strategies Active Learning, Authentic/Case/Project/Problem Based Learning
The use of reflective journals and learning logs for various types of reflections (observations, questions, speculations, self-awareness, integration…
Type: Website
 Teaching and Learning Strategies Active Learning
Topics include: Reflection and adult developmental theory, introducing and structuring classroom journal writing, classroom journal writing …
Type: Chapter
 Teaching and Learning Strategies Active Learning
A summary of two instructors’ experiences using reflective journals in their introduction to American environmental history class.
Type: Article
 Teaching and Learning Strategies Active Learning
This resource includes information on integrated assessment, providing instructions/expectations, integrating research and citations in discussions,…
Type: Website
 Teaching and Learning Strategies Active Learning, Discussion
Silence in the classroom can be disconcerting. This site presents eight simple tips for restarting the conversation.
Type: Website
 Teaching and Learning Strategies Active Learning, Discussion
"instructors and students alike are growing tired of the discussion board formula,” this article describes “innovative approaches [that] point…
Type: Website
 Teaching and Learning Strategies Active Learning, Discussion
This paper discusses: (1) strengths and limitations of classroom discussion; (2) creating the expectation for student participation in discussion; (3…
Type: Article
 Teaching and Learning Strategies Active Learning, Discussion
Tips for addressing the challenges of online discussion and for maximizing its advantages.
Type: Website
 Teaching and Learning Strategies Active Learning, Discussion