Each of us has particular learning preferences and styles. The best courses include a variety of the following activities to accommodate various learners.
Active Learning
Interact with and manipulate environment; Observe effects of interactions; Build interpretations
Sample exercise: Think-Pair-Share
Constructive Learning/Constructivism
Construct models; Craft multiple solutions; Refine knowledge with trial-and-error activities
Sample exercise: Student Presentations
Authentic Learning
Focus on real-world tasks and problems; Build meaningful solutions; Connect to community
Sample exercise: Case Study
Cooperative Learning
Work together in groups; Focus on individual roles; Communicate to reach common goals
Sample exercise: Jigsaw Groups
Intentional/Reflective Learning
Generate questions; Explain how answers are reached; Gain awareness of the learning process
Sample exercise: Student Journals
Knowing your own learning style can help you connect to students—and can help you appreciate the different ways your students learn. Try some free and quick online learning style inventories to discover your style.