Active Learning Activities

Active learning activities are tailored to specific learning outcomes and content. They incorporate one or more of the evidence-based strategies. Structured to expose their theoretical underpinnings, the activities can be used by practitioners and researchers alike.

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Health science

PharmaPuzzle Relay Race: Match the Meds and Win!

In this fast-paced relay, teams match categories of information to finish first and win the game

Health science Biology

Family Matters : Inclusive Genetics Pedigree

In teams, students will build a pedigree chart and determine inheritance patterns using inclusive pedigree practices.

Chemistry

Crash Course: Collision Theory

Students use PhET simulation to learn how factors affect reaction rate (collision theory) through hands-on activities

Physics STEM

Real-World Physics: Mini Video Projects

Interdisciplinary

Yeas and Nays: Using Smartphones for Gathering Data

Health science STEM

Harvard Implicit Bias Test

Biology STEM

Mouse Coat Colour

Biology STEM

Fireweed and Seals, oh my! Mini Cases in Population Ecology

Genome Research Limited

Biology STEM

The Genetics of PTC Sensitivity and Tongue Rolling

Biology STEM

Cloning of the Human Insulin Gene

Engineering STEM

Engineering Poster Presentations with Peer Assessment

Biology STEM

Biological Molecules

Biology STEM

Phylogeny

Physics STEM

Kinematics Concept Mapping

Physics STEM

Circus Launch Clicker Questions

Biology STEM

Experimental Design in Neurobiology

Physics STEM

Problem Sorting Review

Physics STEM

Momentum Photoproject