active learning fb (040210). what is active learning? “active learning happens when students are...
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Active LearningFB (040210)
What is active learning?
“Active learning happens when students are given the opportunity to take a more interactive relationship with the subject matter of a course, encouraging them to generate rather than simply to receive knowledge. In an active learning environment, teachers facilitate rather than dictate the students’ learning” *
* trc.ucdavis.edu/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/activelearningtacucd.pdf
Why active learning?“Research has shown that active learning is an
exceptionally effective teaching technique. Regardless of the subject matter, when active learning is compared to traditional teaching methods (such as lecture), students learn more material, retain the information longer, and enjoy the class more. Active learning allows students to learn in the classroom with the help of the instructor and other students, rather than on their own.”*
* trc.ucdavis.edu/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/activelearningtacucd.pdf
activity
From the content of the assigned readings, fill in the blanks for statement A and statement B.
1. Reflect individually for 30 sec. 2. Talk with a neighbor or in groups3. I’ll poll the class4. Correct responses will be provided
Statement A“In student-centered education faculty take
on_____ __________
for being the source of knowledge, and take on
_____ __________
as facilitators of a broad range of learning experiences. “
Correct response“In student-centered education faculty take on
less responsibility
for being sources of knowledge, and take on
greater responsibility
as facilitators of a broad range of learning experiences. “
Statement B
“For their part, students are called on to take on
_____ ___________
for their own learning. “
Correct response
“For their part, students are called on to take on
more responsibility
for their own learning. “
video
Chandralekha Singh Associate Professor
University of PittsburghPh.D. in Physics, UCSB
Interactive teaching method
points to remember… Students should be actively engaged in
the learning process and keep monitoring their own learning.
Ask students questions to determine what they actually know.
Students learn by talking to each other. They organize and articulate their thoughts.
Be aware of where students’ knowledge is and target just above that.
Focus on learning by students and not on teaching by instructors.
video
Eric MazerBalkanski Professor of Physics and
Applied PhysicsHarvard University
Ph.D. in Physics-University of Leiden, Netherlands
From Questions to Concepts
points to remember…
Before class1. Require students to read, think, and
reflect on content materials.2. Stay connected with students online.3. Students anonymously post
questions online. 4. These questions let the instructor
know what the students want to cover.
During class5. Teach by questioning, not by
telling.6. Pose a problem (students
individually reflect). 7. They then try to convince a
neighbor of the correct choice.8. Forces students to develop
concepts and understanding.
CAPS curriculum designs…
Adult-learner focused and include◦ Lectures◦ Discussions (TDs)◦ Group presentations◦ Individual presentations◦ Speeches (video uploads)◦ Simulations◦ Panel discussions◦ Journals◦ Reflections◦ Written assignments◦ Entry tickets◦ Brainstorming◦ Case studies
Helpful linksActive Learning Strategies: Summarie
s of Best Practices in College Teaching
Active Learning Strategies for Online Courses
Professors Review Best Teaching Practices
Best Practices in Teaching and Learning
CII Resources for Student Outcomes
Lesson learned…“In student-centered education faculty take on
less responsibility
for being sources of knowledge, and take on
greater responsibility
as facilitators of a broad range of learning experiences. “
