Active Learning Activities

Drawing to Learn: Doing Science is more Complex that You Think

Students draw a diagram of how they think scientists "do science." These are improved then compared with an expert diagram.

Finding Catharsis in Film and Media

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

Group Work Project Contracting

For instructors planning student group work projects over many weeks or months.

Put Your Theory on Trial

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

Can I Use the Internet?

Low Stakes Debate

Instructional Survey

Categorizing for Review

5 Senses Lab

Peer Review, Assessment & Feedback

Group Problem Solving with Show and Tell

Vénus d’Ille: Police Enquiry

Sustainability Development Plan (Part 1 and Part 2)

Let’s Role Play the French Revolution!

Family HiStories of Migration

Students interview two members of their family to collect information about their family history and present it in class.

Reflective Reading on Islam

Students use homework questions to prompt a deeper engagement with the reading material to generate better class discussion.

Understanding Agro-Ecosystems by Observing, Writing & Discussing

Managing Major Weather Hazards in Recreation

Ctrl + Alt + Del: PTSD and Neuroplasticity

Jigsaw Geography Presentation

Race for the Hat!

Systems Ball Toss

Geography Video Test