Leilani Arthurs|Bailey Zo Kreager
An integrative review of in-class activities that enable active learning in college science classroom settings
University of Nebraska–Lincoln|University of Nebraska–Lincoln
engaging students active learning linked positive learning outcomes study aims synthesise peerreviewed literature active learning college science classroom settings using methodology integrative literature review 337 articles archived educational resources information center eric examined four categories inclass activities emerge individual nonpolling activities ii inclass polling activities iii wholeclass discussion activities iv inclass group activities examining collection identified inclass activities lens theoretical framework informed constructivism social interdependence theory synthesise reviewed literature propose active learning strategies alss model instructional decisions enable active learning ideal theory als model characterises inclass activities terms degrees designed promote peer interaction ii social interdependence ideal theory includes als model provides framework conceptualising different levels general concept active learning levels connect instructional decisionmaking using inclass activities proposed als model ideal theory utilised inform instructional decisionmaking future research active learning college science courses