Presented at: 2015 Higher Education Technology Forum

An Engaged Classroom: Technology Enhanced Group Learning

Session Description

Transitioning traditional lecture courses to utilize active group learning techniques is challenging and time intensive. This workshop will provide examples and strategies for enhancing student participation and application of knowledge. The session will include implementation of free and low-cost technology systems including Learning Catalytics and CATME to support group learning.

Session Goals

The goal of this session is to:

  • Provide examples and strategies for enhancing student participation and application of knowledge with cooperative learning techniques
  • Provide effective techniques for creating teams, managing teams, and an atmosphere for engagement
  • Address potential issues including classroom setting(s), technology concerns, syllabus design
  • Provide overview of CATME for effective team formation Provide overview of Learning Catalytics for increased classroom engagement

Full Description

Transitioning traditional lecture courses to utilize active group learning techniques is challenging and time intensive. This workshop will provide examples and strategies for enhancing student participation and application of knowledge, and outline potential issues that may sidetrack the transition process and limit student learning. The session will include an overview of free and low-cost technology systems, including Learning Catalytics and CATME, to support group learning.

CATME is free web-based system that prepares students to function effectively in teams and supports faculty manage team experiences. CATME provides tools for assigning students to teams, self and peer evaluations and rating team processes, training students to rate teamwork, training students to work in teams, and making meetings more effective. CATME helps instructors to hold students accountable for contributions and provide feedback to students. Learning Catalytics is a "bring your own device" student engagement and assessment system. It creates opportunities for classroom discussion, guided lecture, and promotes peer to peer learning with real time analytics.

Presented by: 
Latham, James

Single Session

2:40 pm to 3:30 pm

Room: 

B 110