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Direct linkBuckley, Geoffrey L.; Bain, Nancy R.; Luginbuhl, April M.; Dyer, Mary L. – Journal of Geography, 2004
Traditional lectures generally force students to play a passive role in the classroom. In an effort to promote active learning, we added discussion sections to a large lecture hall course. Field trips, student journals, and group-based assignments, in particular, enhanced the learning experience. To ensure the success of the new format, course…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Lecture Method, Field Trips, Student Journals
