Module 3: Active Teaching and Learning

Teaching and Learning in the Lab:

Test Yourself

 

Think back to a course you've taught recently. Do any of the following statements describe your practice? How might you work towards accomplishing more of the strategies in the following list?

Effective Teaching and Learning

  • I ask my students to present their work to the class.
  • I ask my students to summarize similarities and differences among different theorists or research findings.
  • I ask my students to relate outside events or activities to the subjects covered in my courses.
  • I ask my students to undertake research or independent study.
  • I encourage my students to challenge my ideas, the ideas of other students, or those presented in readings or other course materials.
  • I give my students concrete, real-life situations to analyze.
  • I use simulations, role playing, or labs in my classes.
  • I encourage my students to suggest new readings, research projects, field trips, or other course activities.
  • My students and I arrange field trips, volunteer activities, or internships related to the course.
  • I carry out research projects with my students.

TA Handbook, University of Toronto, 1990.