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.

Languages and Literature General Interdisciplinary

Students learn to apply the rules for integration, punctuation, referencing and formatting of direct quotes in their writing.

STEM Biology

A cooperative game to guess Biology terms using creative, unique clues. Great for learning and reviewing terminology.

STEM Biology

Used the Race for the Hat activity to create a Jeopardy-style session on blood & blood disorders for a pathophysiology class.

STEM Mathematics

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

STEM Mathematics

1st stage students complete a test individually, 2nd stage students work in small groups on an exam question of their choice.

STEM Chemistry

Students collaborate and learn from each other on how to interpret molecules in 3D based on molecular drawings.

STEM Physics

Applied arts

STEM Engineering

The aim of this activity is to assess student understanding of concepts and facts related to course material.

STEM Physics

STEM Physics