Active Learning FB (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 groups 3.I’ll poll the class 4.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 Pittsburgh Ph.D. in Physics, UCSB Interactive teaching method 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 Mazer Balkanski Professor of Physics and Applied Physics Harvard University Ph.D. in Physics-University of Leiden, Netherlands From Questions to Concepts From Questions to Concepts

points to remember… Before class 1. 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 class 5. 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 links Active Learning Strategies: Summaries of Best Practices in College Teaching Active Learning Strategies: Summaries of Best Practices in College Teaching Active Learning Strategies: Summaries of Best Practices in College Teaching Active Learning Strategies: Summaries of Best Practices in College Teaching Active Learning Strategies for Online Courses Active Learning Strategies for Online Courses Active Learning Strategies for Online Courses Active Learning Strategies for Online Courses Professors Review Best Teaching Practices Professors Review Best Teaching Practices Professors Review Best Teaching Practices Professors Review Best Teaching Practices Best Practices in Teaching and Learning Best Practices in Teaching and Learning Best Practices in Teaching and Learning Best Practices in Teaching and Learning CII Resources for Student Outcomes CII Resources for Student Outcomes CII Resources for Student Outcomes 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. “

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