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.

Active Learning Activities

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STEM Mathematics

Two-stage Testing for Second-year Math Students

Students are given four 2-stage tests throughout a semester; 1st stage written individually, 2nd students work in groups.

STEM Biology

Rock Paper Scissors Lizard

STEM Biology

Let There Be Light! ATP and Cellular Respiration

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

STEM Engineering

Peer Review Calibration and Constructive Feedback Workshop

This activity's goal is to familiarize students with the peer review process and teach them how to accept peer criticism.

STEM Engineering

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.