Active Learning Activities

Evolution of Sexual Reproduction: Construct a Species

Students construct a fictional animal species by selecting traits related to sexual reproduction.

Silent Discussion

Conduct a discussion in your class without students ever speaking a word!

PharmaPuzzle Relay Race: Match the Meds and Win!

In this fast-paced relay, teams match categories of information to finish first and win the game

Family Matters : Inclusive Genetics Pedigree

In teams, students will build a pedigree chart and determine inheritance patterns using inclusive pedigree practices.

Crash Course: Collision Theory

Students use PhET simulation to learn how factors affect reaction rate (collision theory) through hands-on activities

Real-World Physics: Mini Video Projects

Controversy in the Science Classroom: Nature of Science Quiz

An Abundance of Bells

Two Stage Quiz

Gender and Job Inequality

Harvard Implicit Bias Test

In-Class Think Pieces: Course Pack

Rock Paper Scissors Lizard

Putting the “You” in education: Using self-reflections for learning

Why Health & Safety is Essential to Recreation Leadership

Two Stage Calculus Quiz

Having Students Read and Apply Essay Feedback

Poetic Literary Jeopardy

Holding Your Seat: A Mindfulness Exercise

Museum Tour

Do You Know Your Stereochemistry?

Engineering Physics IF-AT

Engineering Poster Presentations with Peer Assessment

Piece of Paper Question