Active Learning Activities

Put Your Theory on Trial

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

Rock Paper Scissors Lizard

Fireweed and Seals, oh my! Mini Cases in Population Ecology

If You’re Not Part of the Solution You’re Part of the Precipitate

The Sailing Iguanas: A Mini Case in Speciation

Holding Your Seat: A Mindfulness Exercise

Family Feud

Teacher for a Day: Defining a Definition

Defining a Definition

In this single-class activity, students practice problem-solving related to definitions.

Do You Know Your Stereochemistry?

National Building Code Jeopardy

Systems Ball Toss

Presentation skills: Conveying emotion

Piece of Paper Question

Dark Lords IF-AT

Biological Molecules

Phylogeny

Circus Launch Clicker Questions

Forces Scavenger Hunt

Limestone Rescue

Chemicards

Using cards in a "Chemicard' deck, students determine which ionic compounds are most likely to form.

Interacting Objects