Module 5: Engaging students

UNIT 1: AN INTRODUCTION TO ACTIVE LEARNING [± 4 HOURS 20 MINUTES]

Explore the concept of active learning, its related techniques, and interdisciplinary applications, and the role of classroom design in promoting learning.

• 5.1 Reflective journal: How do you approach lesson delivery? (graded activity)
  [± 30 minutes]Assignment
• 5.2 Notes: The value of active learning and classroom design
  [± 80 minutes]Book
• 5.3 Small group discussion forum: One-minute reflections on active learning
  [± 90 minutes]Advanced Forum
• 5.4 Teaching portfolio component: Lesson plan (graded activity)
  [± 60 minutes]

UNIT 2: COLLABORATIVE LEARNING METHODS [± 2 HOURS 5 MINUTES]

Find out about case-based and problem-based learning, and their value in promoting student engagement.

• 5.5 Interactive Infographic: The nature of active learning techniques
  [± 20 minutes]Media
• 5.6 Interactive Video: Engaging lessons and alternative assignments
  [± 15 minutes]Media
• 5.7 Teaching portfolio component: Submit for peer review (graded activity)
  [± 90 minutes]

UNIT 3: REFLECT [± 1 HOUR]

Reflect on the module’s content in light of your teaching style, goals, and experiences.

• 5.8 Reflective journal: Active learning: a multidisciplinary tool (graded activity) [± 60 minutes]