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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.

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Physics STEM

Running on Water: Activating Prior Knowledge of Static Equilibrium

Students watch, discuss, then analyze the veracity of a video in which hydrophobic shoes allow people to run on water.

Physics

Nature of Science Ice-Breaker

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

Humanities

Low Stakes Debate

Applied arts STEM Health science Social sciences

Solving World Issues One Smartphone at a Time

Social sciences

Schools of Thought in Psychology

Languages and Literature

Having Students Read and Apply Essay Feedback

Physics STEM

Forget the Math! Draw Pictures to Learn the Wave Theory of Light

Humanities Social sciences

Ctrl + Alt + Del: PTSD and Neuroplasticity

Physics STEM

Forces Scavenger Hunt