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.

Library Scavenger Hunt: Let the Race Begin

This activity is designed to familiarise students with library search engines, library spaces and APA/MLA reference guides.

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.

Peer Review, Assessment & Feedback

Three-Tiered Writing

Homophones Talent Show

Dictation: Read and Run

Bringing Context to Life: Annotating Research for Reading Novels

Having Students Read and Apply Essay Feedback

Poetic Literary Jeopardy

Systems Ball Toss