Facilitating Learning Syllabus
Facilitating Learning Syllabus
Facilitating Learning Syllabus Course
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1. Course Description:
This course aims to provide instructors with an exploration of innovative methods and pedagogical strategies to enhance learning experiences in the classroom. It covers active learning strategies, effective structuring of learning experiences, and techniques to promote student engagement in various learning environments.
2. Instructor Information
Instructor: [Your Name]
Organization: [Your Company Name]
Contact: [Your Email]
3. Learning Objectives
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Develop a comprehensive understanding of various active teaching methods and pedagogical principles.
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Master the skills needed to structure effective and engaging learning experiences.
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Identify ways to drive active participation and engagement among students.
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Apply the learned concepts in designing a lesson plan.
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Establish a ongoing evaluation strategy to continually improve teaching methodologies and enhance learning outcomes.
4. Course Schedule
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Topic |
Activity |
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1 |
Introduction to Active Learning |
Lecture and Group Discussion |
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Structuring Learning Experiences |
Workshop and Case Study Analysis |
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3 |
Promoting Student Engagement |
Interactive Activities and Quiz |
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Designing Effective Lesson Plans |
Hands-on Lesson Planning Activity |
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Evaluation of Learning Outcomes |
Final Project and Feedback Session |
5. Required Reading and Materials
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'Active Learning: Creating Excitement in the Classroom', Charles C. Bonwell & James A. Eison
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'Facilitating Learning with the Adult Brain in Mind', Kathleen Taylor & Catherine Marienau
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'Teaching for Quality Learning at University', John Biggs & Catherine Tang
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A Laptop or Tablet with internet connection
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A Journal for Reflections and Observations
6. Assignments and Assessments
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Participation in Group Discussions and Case Study Analyses.
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Submission of Weekly Teaching Strategy Logs.
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Creation of Interactive Classroom Activity Plan.
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Development and Presentation of a Lesson Plan.
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Submission of a Reflective Essay focusing on learning and applications from the course.
7. Resources:
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Required Text: "Teaching for Learning: 101 Intentionally Designed Educational Activities to Put Students on the Path to Success" by Claire Howell Major
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Supplementary Readings: Selected articles and research papers on teaching and learning facilitation
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Online Resources: Faculty Focus, Teaching Tolerance, Edutopia
8. Course Policy
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Active Participation: Students are expected to actively participate in all course activities and discussions.
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Respectful Interaction: Maintain a positive and respectful attitude during interactions in the classroom.
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Timely Submissions: All assignments must be submitted on the due dates. Late submissions will have points deducted.
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Academic Integrity: Plagiarism and cheating will not be tolerated.
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Attendance: All sessions are mandatory. More than two absences can lead to a drop in grades.
9. Grading Policy
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Assessment Component |
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Participation |
20% |
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Assignments |
40% |
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Final Project |
30% |
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Reflective Essay |
10% |
10. Disclaimer
The course syllabus is subject to change as necessary and any such changes or updates will be clearly communicated to all students. Should you choose to remain enrolled in the course following these changes, it is implicit that you are in agreement with and accept the modifications made to the syllabus.
