Examining the Benefits Associated with Implementing an Active Learning Classroom among Undergraduate Students
| Title: | Examining the Benefits Associated with Implementing an Active Learning Classroom among Undergraduate Students |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Allsop, Jar, Young, Sarah J., Nelson, Erik J., Piatt, Jennifer, Knapp, Doug |
| Source: | International Journal of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education. 2020 32(3):418-426. |
| Availability: | International Society for Exploring Teaching and Learning. Web site: https://www.isetl.org/ijtlhe |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 9 |
| Publication Date: | 2020 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Active Learning, Teaching Methods, Undergraduate Students, Lecture Method, Learner Engagement, Interpersonal Communication, Interaction, Classroom Environment, Student Satisfaction, Student Attitudes, Learning Processes |
| ISSN: | 1812-9129 |
| Abstract: | The last 35 years have shown a greater interest among higher education professionals to adapt the principles of active learning within the classroom. Active learning, an instructional approach that allows students the opportunity to participate in the process of learning, requires them to do something more than just passively receive instruction. Increased student engagement, participation, and learning have long been linked with active learning, but little is known about any additional benefits. The focus of this study was to identify and examine any additional benefits associated with active learning above and beyond those of increased engagement, participation, and learning. A sample of 45 undergraduate students were randomly assigned to one of two treatment groups: active learning or traditional lecture. Results indicate that in addition to engagement, participation, and learning, active learning also promotes increases in communication and interactivity, community and connectedness, satisfaction, and flexibility. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2021 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1299931 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| ISSN: | 1812-9129 |
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| Published in: | International Journal of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education |
| Language: | English |