Active Learning Activities

Two-stage Testing for Second-year Math Students

Students are given four 2-stage tests throughout a semester; 1st stage written individually, 2nd students work in groups.

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.

Sensation and Perception Lab

The lab explores the senses of taste, smell, touch, proprioception and vision.

Nature of Science Ice-Breaker

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

Card Sorting Activities for Mechanics

Real-World Physics: Mini Video Projects

Controversy in the Science Classroom: Nature of Science Quiz

An Abundance of Bells

Low Stakes Debate

Categorizing for Review

Two Stage Quiz

Solving World Issues One Smartphone at a Time

Two Stage Calculus Quiz

Ctrl + Alt + Del: PTSD and Neuroplasticity

Concept Map: Furniture Design Time Ripple

The Ideal Classroom

Engineering Physics IF-AT

Dark Lords IF-AT

Kinematics Concept Mapping

Problem Sorting Review

Photo Concept Maps: Parts 1, 2 & 3