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In-Class Activities

In-class activities are a good method of fostering Active Learning in the classroom. It is essential before beginning the activity to decide the assignment will be carried out in pairs, in small groups, or in large groups. Once this has been determined, set specific tasks for students/groups to carry out:

Summarize the main points of a past or present class period
Determine a strategy for solving a problem
Complete or perform a calculation
Derive an equation or complete the derivation of an equation
Give a new example or application for a studied concept
Discuss an answer to a question
Generate test questions highlighting the subject matter covered
Apply concepts to a small problem
Answer questions on a handout or worksheet
Take a short test and then correct each others' answers

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