Active Learning Activities

Evolution of Sexual Reproduction: Construct a Species

Students construct a fictional animal species by selecting traits related to sexual reproduction.

Silent Discussion

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

Family Matters : Inclusive Genetics Pedigree

In teams, students will build a pedigree chart and determine inheritance patterns using inclusive pedigree practices.

Real-World Physics: Mini Video Projects

Controversy in the Science Classroom: Nature of Science Quiz

An Abundance of Bells

Harvard Implicit Bias Test

Putting the “You” in Education: Using Self-reflections for Learning

Having Students Read and Apply Essay Feedback

Reflective Writing On Waves

Experimental Design in Neurobiology

Problem Sorting Review