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?

Exam Preparation using Case Studies

The aim of this activity is to apply course materials to real-world problems using Case Studies.

Blended Learning: Just in Time

Low Stakes Debate

Categorizing for Review

5 Senses Lab

Peer Review, Assessment & Feedback

Problem-based Learning: Research Project

Interrupted Case Study in Material Engineering

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

Group Problem Solving with Show and Tell

Vénus d’Ille: Police Enquiry

Building Effective Teams

Managing Major Weather Hazards in Recreation

Mine Ventilation Design

Ctrl + Alt + Del: PTSD and Neuroplasticity

Race for the Hat!

Engineering Ethics Debate

Engineering Poster Presentations with Peer Assessment

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.

Problem Set Using Lightboard Video Recordings