Active Learning Activities

Finding Catharsis in Film and Media

Students analyze a film or piece of media watched in the course using two concepts: climax and catharsis.

Put Your Theory on Trial

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

Nature of Science Ice-Breaker

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

Can I Use the Internet?

Preparation for Future Learning: Electric Flux

An Abundance of Bells

Low Stakes Debate

Interrupted Case Study in Material Engineering

This activity uses real life case study examples to give students a more in-depth look at analytics.

Solving World Issues One Smartphone at a Time

Ctrl + Alt + Del: PTSD and Neuroplasticity

Jigsaw Geography Presentation

The Ideal Classroom

Engineering Ethics Debate

Engineering Poster Presentations with Peer Assessment

Kinematics Concept Mapping

Home Wiring

Problem Sorting Review