Student-Active Teaching Techniques

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This module introduces a variety of methods for active teaching and learning, guided by research on learning models and styles. Studies show that active teaching and learning techniques engage students and help them to understand and apply what they learn. This module covers learning models to guide teachers in engaging their students and introduces a variety of methods for active teaching: interactive lectures, discussions, case studies, collaborative learning (group work and peer teaching), and classroom and field exercises.