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Cooperative Learning: Making "Groupwork" Work.
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Smith, Karl A. – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 1996
Cooperative learning is the use of small student groups as teams to accomplish a common goal, emphasizing positive interdependence, individual and group accountability, face-to-face interaction, team skills, and group processing. Using formal cooperative learning groups at the college level requires planning, monitoring of students' learning,…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, College Instruction
Student-Centered Instruction for the Design of Telecourses.
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Egan, M. Winston; Gibb, Gordon S. – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 1997
Design of student-centered instruction for telecourses must take into consideration the variables that contribute to meaningful and motivated student learning: clarity; connections; teacher immediacy behaviors; and active learning. Unlike much conventional instruction, telecourse teaching isn an intensive and demanding team process requiring…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Adult Students, Classroom Techniques, College Instruction
The Active Learning Continuum: Choosing Activities to Engage Students in the Classroom.
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Bonwell, Charles C.; Sutherland, Tracey E. – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 1996
A conceptual framework is provided to help college teachers find ways to include meaningful learning activities in their classes, regardless of teaching style, course objectives, or students' level of experience. Examples are offered from literature and nursing courses. Additional issues discussed include the teacher's role perception and concerns…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, College Instruction
Providing Structure: The Critical Element.
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Miller, Judith E.; And Others – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 1996
Discussion of course structure in active learning at the college level looks at ways level and type of structure can be varied and manipulated to meet challenges presented by a diverse student body. Issues discussed include the relationship of structure to cognitive style and development, fitting structure to content and objectives, and what can…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Biology, Classroom Techniques, Cognitive Development
Encouraging Self-Assessment: Writing as Active Learning.
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Hobson, Eric H. – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 1996
Use of writing exercises as an active learning tool at the later stages of the learning process is discussed, focusing on written self-evaluation as a means for making sense of experience. Examples of the technique in pharmacy management and first-year composition courses are offered. Ways to incorporate the technique into the syllabus are…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Business Administration, Class Activities, Classroom Techniques
Developing and Responding to Major Writing Projects.
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Herrington, Anne J. – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 1997
Argues that developing writing activities, consulting with students as they work on a major writing project, and responding are important vehicles for teaching that fosters engaged learning. Central principles are to make assignments inquiry- or issue-based, to keep them focused but open enough for students to develop their own angle or interest,…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Assignments, Classroom Communication, Classroom Techniques
Enhancing the Lecture: Revitalizing the Traditional Format.
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Bonwell, Charles C. – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 1996
The traditional lecture format of college courses can be enhanced by including active learning designed to further course goals of learning knowledge, developing skills, or fostering attitudes. Techniques suggested include using pauses, short writing periods, think-pair-share activities, formative quizzes, lecture summaries, and several assessment…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Affective Objectives, Class Activities, Classroom Techniques
Using Electronic Tools to Promote Active Learning.
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Gillette, David H. – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 1996
Electronic media provide new opportunities for engaging college students in and out of the classroom. Electronic mail, teleconferencing, and Internet resources can increase instructor availability and extend class discussion. Issues to consider in planning for their use include achievement of course objectives, level of computer sophistication,…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Class Size, Classroom Communication, Classroom Techniques