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Active Learning Module Summary

In this workshop, you reviewed the benefits of active learning for students, noted some considerations for applying active learning, and considered how to apply an active learning strategy of your choosing in a variety of teaching contexts.

As we have now reached the end of this workshop, you should be able to:

  • Identify the key components of active learning;
  • Explain why active learning is important;
  • Identify considerations and for implementing and selecting an active learning strategy;
  • Identify potential barriers to active learning; and,
  • Describe the role that active learning plays in a constructively aligned learning experience.

Additional Resources

Acknowledgements

  • The content in the online module has been adapted from content developed by Lisa Dyce, McMaster University.   

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