Active Learning Activities

Drawing to Learn: Doing Science is more Complex that You Think

Students draw a diagram of how they think scientists "do science." These are improved then compared with an expert diagram.

100 Years of Work

This is a jigsaw activity where students map key developments in workplace design over 100 years.

Finding Catharsis in Film and Media

Students analyze a film or piece of media watched in the course using two concepts: climax and catharsis.

Group Work Project Contracting

For instructors planning student group work projects over many weeks or months.

Put Your Theory on Trial

Scaffolded debate that explores the nuances of a belief that the teacher has introduced.

From Bauhaus to Britney: A Catchall Timeline

Students map key movements in Architecture and Design alongside social, political, artistic, economic, and tech milestones.

Can I Use the Internet?

Low Stakes Debate

Instructional Survey

Categorizing for Review

5 Senses Lab

Peer Review, Assessment & Feedback

Interrupted Case Study in Material Engineering

This activity uses real life case study examples to give students a more in-depth look at analytics.

Solving World Issues One Smartphone at a Time

Building Effective Teams

Sustainability Development Plan (Part 1 and Part 2)

Understanding Agro-Ecosystems by Observing, Writing & Discussing

Mine Ventilation Design

Biomimicry Pin-ups

Ctrl + Alt + Del: PTSD and Neuroplasticity

Jigsaw Geography Presentation

Concept Map: Furniture Design Time Ripple

Interior Design – Library Design

The Ideal Classroom