This article explains changes in student learning initiated by the implementation of active-learning exercises in a traditionally lecture-based geology classroom. This method is similar to Just-in-Time Teaching strategies. Students used material previously learned in exercises to respond to questions in the classroom. It was found that grade distribution was more uniform in active-learning classes than in previous classes that didn't use the exercises. This article also includes a rubric for grading student responses to the discussion questions.
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