Discussion of a Variety of Pedagogical Approaches. Presenting overview view of instructional strategy and leading discussion.

• 20 minute presentation with handout(s), visual aids (PPT or something else)
• 15-20 minute discussion/activity designed to exemplify the approach or to increase insight into its strengths and weaknesses. Goal is to engage the other class members in a meaningful learning activity.
• Must include bibliography with at least 5 web resources and at least 5 print resources (books, articles, etc.).
• Those groups with a second topic should devote at least 5 minutes of their presentation to the second topic. Discussion/activity can focus on either the first topic or both topics, as groups see fit.

GROUP 1 (Feb 16): Lily and Keith: Engaged Learning

GROUP 2 (Feb 16): Barb and Megan: Collaborative Groups

GROUP 3 (Feb 23): John and Chris: Problem-Based Learning and Anchored Instruction

GROUP 4 (Feb 23): Latasha and Marcia: Constructivism and Directed Instruction