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Peer reviewedWeaver, Richard L., II; Cotrell, Howard W. – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 1987
Five communication strategies are essential to success in large courses: managing instructor anxiety, using presentation time efficiently, motivating students, communicating enthusiasm, and organizing content. (MLW)
Descriptors: Class Size, Classroom Communication, College Instruction, Communication Skills
Peer reviewedFrederick, Peter J. – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 1987
Suggestions to help faculty discover ways of achieving interactive, investigatory, and intimate learning environments in large settings are provided. The instructional objective is to empower students to take responsibility for their own learning. (MLW)
Descriptors: Brainstorming, Class Size, College Instruction, College Students
Peer reviewedBonwell, 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
