Active Learning

Active learning and resource description/overview

Resource Links

California State University, L.A.: Techniques of Active Learning. Donald R. Paulson and Jennifer L. Faust describe techniques used for Active and Cooperative Learning between both individual and groups of students.
Florida State University: Using Active Learning in the Classroom. This chapter of the Florida State University instructor handbook describes “What is active learning?”, integrating active learning into the classroom, techniques, resources, and samples of utilizing active learning strategies.
Iowa State University: Active Learning. Iowa State University has compiled a list of Active Learning resources, as well as Team-Based Learning resources.
McGill University: Active Learning Classrooms Series. McGill University has produced a series of videos that highlight Active Learning Classrooms in various aspects.
University of Michigan: Active Learning. The University of Michigan has compiled various videos, activities, and research involving Active Learning within the classroom.
University of Minnesota: Active Learning Classrooms @ the College of Biological Sciences. The University of Minnesota shows how they incorporate Active Learning within the College of Biological Sciences.
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: Active Learning. The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire has compiled a list of books, journals, and ideas for incorporating Active Learning into higher education.
Western Washington University: Active Learning Strategies. Western Washington University has compiled a list of active learning lectures, case-based teaching, and motivation for students.
Best Teaching Practices by Discipline. Looking to publish an article on teaching in a journal dedicated to teaching in your field? Check out this (almost) comprehensive list of journals developed by the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning at Kennesaw State University.