Active Learning Activities

Active learning activities are tailored to specific learning outcomes and content. They incorporate one or more of the evidence-based strategies. Structured to expose their theoretical underpinnings, the activities can be used by practitioners and researchers alike.

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Humanities Social sciences

Put Your Theory on Trial

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

Interdisciplinary Languages and Literature

It’s All in the Delivery: 6 Rounds to Effective Presentation

Groups of students orally present a poem six times, focusing on six key aspect of effective oral presentations

Humanities

Low Stakes Debate

Humanities Interdisciplinary

Peer Review, Assessment & Feedback

Biology Chemistry Engineering STEM

Building Effective Teams

Chemistry STEM

If You’re Not Part of the Solution You’re Part of the Precipitate

Humanities Social sciences

Ctrl + Alt + Del: PTSD and Neuroplasticity

Engineering STEM

Engineering Ethics

Engineering STEM

Engineering Poster Presentations with Peer Assessment

Engineering STEM

Peer Review Calibration and Constructive Feedback Workshop

Student writing on a piece of paper
Engineering STEM

Piece of Paper Question

Chemistry STEM

Elemental Superhero