Active Learning

May 1, 2020

The Benefits of Engaging the Senses in Lessons

Reading Time: 3 minutes This teaching tip provides some insight into brain functioning to understand why certain teaching strategies—such as activities that appeal to the human senses–are good for learning.

Active Learning/Teaching Tips Comments: 2

March 6, 2020

Active Learning Workshop: Voice and Presence in the Active Learning Classroom

Reading Time: < 1 minute Workshop Description Teaching requires a commitment and presence every day. Active learning requires skills in directing, coaching and affirming. Your voice and body language continuously...

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February 11, 2020

Active Learning Workshop: Incorporating Active Learning into your Lesson Plans and Materials

Reading Time: < 1 minute Workshop Description Lesson plans help ensure well-structured and well-balanced classes. Written instructions help students engage. This workshop explores ways you can plan to incorporate more...

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February 3, 2020

Concept and Mind Mapping

Reading Time: 5 minutes Concept and mind mapping are graphical ways to represent knowledge, concepts and ideas. The maps are hierarchical in nature that expands on a core concept...

Active Learning/Concept Mapping/Teaching Tips Comments: 0

January 23, 2020

Active Learning Strategies Workshop

Reading Time: < 1 minute Workshop Description Come experience and learn about specific active learning strategies that will enhance your students’ collaboration and retention. Consider how these strategies align with...

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November 26, 2019

Cornell Notes

Reading Time: < 1 minute Cornell note taking is a note taking strategy that prompts active reflection and summarizing of content. It’s a great way to mentor learners on effective...

Active Learning/Teaching Tips Comment: 1

July 15, 2019

Start, Stop Continue

Reading Time: < 1 minute Looking for feedback from learners on your teaching, or a way for learners to offer each other feedback? Try a Start, Stop, Continue feedback opportunity.

Active Learning/Lesson Planning Comments: 0

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