Active Learning Activities

Physics Worksheet Based Activity

The aim of the activity is the application of concepts and math to solve complex problems.

Let There Be Light! ATP and Cellular Respiration

In this activity students explore data from a study of cellular respiration.

The Sailing Iguanas: A Mini Case in Speciation

Protein Separation

Homeostasis: Mapping the Endocrine System

Engineering Poster Presentations with Peer Assessment

Talk to Your Neighbour

The aim of this activity is to grab student attention and have them work on problems related to material just presented.

Experimental Design in Neurobiology

Dart Gun Velocity

In this activity, students will find the muzzle velocity of a foam dart gun and predict its maximum range.

Forces Scavenger Hunt

Cycles of Matter

Projectile Tracker

Students use the Tracker software to analyze projectile motion to determine which equations fit the plots produced.

Newton’s Third Law