classroom structures active participation engagement
Abstract:
Through my two semesters student teaching at two elementary schools, I have questioned the balance of passive and active learning I witness in the classroom. I have examined how I can make learning more active and engaging for the students. This goal lead to my research question: How can teachers promote more student engagement and activity within the classroom? This question has allowed me to consider a range of research and views on learning as I attempt to determine which learning styles are more conducive to an active learning environment. Based on this research, I have created an extensive list of active participation techniques that can be useful within a classroom.
