Overcoming Student Resistance to Learning-Centered Pedagogies

Authors

  • Shelley Reid George Mason University
  • Kimberly Eby George Mason University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.13021/G8itlcp.2.2010.2098

Keywords:

active learning classrooms, pedagogy

Abstract

Examine the origins of student ââ¬Åresistanceââ¬Â to active-learning tasks and assignments, and discuss how communication, assignment design, and reinforcement can help students become better learners.

Author Biographies

Shelley Reid, George Mason University

College of Humanitites and Social Sciences, English

Kimberly Eby, George Mason University

Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President, Center for Teaching and Faculty Excellence

**2002 GMU Teaching Excellence Award**

Published

2010-10-04

Issue

Vol. 2 (2010): Beyond Critical Thinking and Information Literacy

Section

5:30pm-6:20pm