| ID | 126430 |
| Title Proper | Active learning strategies for diverse learning styles |
| Other Title Information | simulations are only one method |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Bromley, Pam |
| Publication | 2013. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Although political science instructors increasingly recognize the advantages of incorporating active learning activities into their teaching, simulations remain the discipline's most commonly used active learning method. While certainly a useful strategy, simulations are not the only way to bring active learning into classrooms. Indeed, because students have diverse learning styles-comprised of their discrete learning preferences-engaging them in a variety of ways is important. This article explores six active learning techniques: simulations, case studies, enhanced lectures, large group discussion, small group work, and in-class writing. Incorporating these activities into an introductory, writing-intensive seminar on globalization and surveying students about their engagement with course activities, I find that different activities appeal to students with different learning preferences and that simulations are not students most preferred activity. Bringing a broader range of active learning strategies into courses can improve teaching for all students, no matter their learning style. |
| `In' analytical Note | Political Science and Politics Vol. 46, No.4; Oct 2013: p. 818-822 |
| Journal Source | Political Science and Politics Vol. 46, No.4; Oct 2013: p. 818-822 |
| Key Words | Political Science ; Learning Method ; Writing ; Globalization ; Students |