Active Learning Activities

Two-stage Testing for Second-year Math Students

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

Put Your Theory on Trial

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

Interrupted Case Study in Material Engineering

Rock Paper Scissors Lizard

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

Holding Your Seat: A Mindfulness Exercise

Family Feud

Do You Know Your Stereochemistry?

National Building Code Jeopardy

Systems Ball Toss

Piece of Paper Question

Dark Lords IF-AT

Reflective Writing On Waves

What is Torque?

Forces Scavenger Hunt

Lenz’s Law

Explosives Detective

Newton’s Third Law