Think back to the time when you were learning to ride a bike. Did you learn from reading a book? Did watching someone ride a bike provide you with enough knowledge allow you to hop on and ride seamlessly into the sunset? Probably not. Chances are you sat on the seat, put your feet on… Read more »
Active Learning Classroom
Activities that Engage Students
Active learning balances direct instruction (i.e. a lecture) with a student-centered activity. This approach emphasizes for students their role in their own learning. When students engaging in active learning exercises, they experience increases in: Motivation, Critical thinking, Interpersonal skills, Connections between previously learned and new material, and Persistence. To increase active learning in your courses,… Read more »
Mission: Possible | Recording Videos with No Technical Expertise
As instructional videos become ever more popular there comes a stronger push for those of us who have hesitated to do so. It’s not that many weren’t interested but that the technology and process seemed overwhelming. Which camera do I use? Which microphone has the best quality? Will it look good? What software can I… Read more »