Active Learning within the Classroom

 

Here is a picture a classmate and myself drew. We were asked to create a picture which we thought represented active learning within a classroom. Our picture demonstrates a teacher using a technological device to teach the class. It incorporates active learning as students are able to listen to the teacher as well as read or visually see what's on the screen. The picture also shows that students have time to brainstorm and discuss ideas. This is active learning as ideas are being bounced around by each other, enabling students to learn more efficiently. Strategies of active learning are think, pair and share and the use of concept maps. Interesting fact! Listening and reading only allows students to retain 30% of information combined. That goes to show how important it is for teachers to ensure their classrooms are active learning environments!