Active Learning Activities

Put Your Theory on Trial

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

Evolution of Sexual Reproduction: Construct a Species

Students construct a fictional animal species by selecting traits related to sexual reproduction.

Nature of Science Ice-Breaker

A first class ice-breaker activity introducing the nature of science.

COPD Pathophysiology: Construct One Patient Description

Create a clinical presentation for a COPD patient, linked to pathophysiology & differentiated from other COPD conditions

Family Matters : Inclusive Genetics Pedigree

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

Low Stakes Debate

Ctrl + Alt + Del: PTSD and Neuroplasticity

Organic Food vs GMOs

The Ideal Classroom

Experimental Design in Neurobiology

Kinematics Concept Mapping

Cycles of Matter

Muscle Videos

Problem Sorting Review

Newton’s Third Law