Active Learning Activities

Editing Exercise: Mock Academic Conference

Students write, present as 'experts', and edit.

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.

Silent Discussion

Conduct a discussion in your class without students ever speaking a word!

Reimagining the Reading Quiz: Peer Instruction in English

Students do a reading quiz in class and revise their answers after developing and sharing a rationale for their choice.

Exam Preparation using Case Studies

The aim of this activity is to apply course materials to real-world problems using Case Studies.

Low Stakes Debate

Categorizing for Review

Connotation Exercise: Interview and Presentation

Three-Tiered Writing

Homophones Talent Show

Ctrl + Alt + Del: PTSD and Neuroplasticity