Effective Laboratory Written Guides
Laboratory guides include instructions for practical considerations including health and safety notes on the equipment and materials being used. Laboratory…
active pedagogies
Flipped Classroom
The flipped classroom model takes traditional ‘input’ (e.g. lectures, demonstrations) out of the physical learning space and replaces it with…
Playful Learning
Playful learning is a pedagogic approach that uses playful tools, tactics and techniques to engage students in deep learning. Through…
Pervasive Learning
Pervasive learning doesn’t necessarily happen within a formal educational setting. It is learning that takes place at the point of need:…
Group Learning
Group work can be a good way to motivate students and keep them actively engaged. However, careful planning, preparation and monitoring…
Group Assessment
Group assessment can be valuable to cultivating both subject-specific knowledge and skills and transferable skills. It should be seen as an…
Small group teaching
Small group teaching is at its best when a social, interactive approach to learning is taken, with the tutor providing…
Inclusive Learning Design
When embedded into learning design, inclusivity improves the educational experience for all students. Research has shown that inclusive practice should…
Large Group Teaching
The increasing trend towards large group teaching poses some challenges. It can be difficult to keep the students interested and engaged,…