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Baylor>Learning Together>Teaching and Learning Pathways>Step 3: Instructional Strategies>Active Learning

Active Learning

Active learning moves beyond the traditional lecture and memorization of information.  This strategy places emphasis on developing the students’ conceptual understanding by engaging in activities that promote higher-order thinking such as debating, writing, discussing, and creating.   

Recommendation

Active Learning increases long-term retention of course materials. Use it as often as possible. Many of the strategies listed on this site fit under the umbrella of active learning. 

Resources 

  • Examples of Active Learning (5:20 video) 
  • Active Learning, Center for Educational Innovation, University of Minnesota 

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  • About
  • Teaching and Learning Pathways
    • Step 1: Reflection
    • Step 2: Modality
      • In-Person
      • Hybrid
      • Online
    • Step 3: Instructional Strategies
      • Active Learning
      • Brainstorming
      • Case Studies
      • Collaborative Learning
      • Concept Mapping
      • Digital Storytelling
      • E-Portfolio
      • Experiential Learning
      • Formative Assessments
      • Gameful Learning
      • Guided Discussion
      • Lecture
      • Peer Learning
      • Pre-Class Content Delivery
      • Project-Based Learning
      • Self-Directed Learning
      • Small Group Work
      • Summative Assessments
      • Virtual Labs
    • Step 4: Technology
      • Classroom Technology
    • Step 5: Building a Canvas Site
  • Engage
    • Experiential Learning Commons
    • Learning Design Services
      • Canvas Course Templates
      • Fellowship Opportunities
      • LD Document Library
      • Online Program Consultations
      • Online Course Consultations
      • Online Course Content Development
      • Online Course Reviews
      • Student Focused Micro Modules
    • Designing for Online Teaching Success (DOTS)
    • LDJiT (Learning Design Just in Time)
    • Tech.ology Series
  • Resources for Students
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