Active Learning Activities

Put Your Theory on Trial

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

Find Someone Who… An Icebreaker With Purpose

In this activity, students try to find someone for each list item. Items highlight key issues explored in the course.

Nature of Science Ice-Breaker

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

Love at First Insight: Crafting Dating Profiles for Therapeutic Techniques

Students create a dating profile that highlights the key feature of the major Abnormality Models in Psychology.

Real-World Physics: Mini Video Projects

Low Stakes Debate

Yeas and Nays: Using Smartphones for Gathering Data

Ctrl + Alt + Del: PTSD and Neuroplasticity

Race for the Hat!

Systems Ball Toss

Forces Scavenger Hunt

Lenz’s Law