scholarly journals ACTIVE-ating Artificial Intelligence: Integrating Active Learning in an Introductory Course

AI Magazine ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 35 (4) ◽  
pp. 125-126
Author(s):  
Marie DesJardins
Keyword(s):  
Artificial Intelligence ◽  
Student Engagement ◽  
Problem Solving ◽  
Active Learning ◽  
Small Group ◽  
Active Center ◽  
Group Problem ◽  
Group Problem Solving ◽  
Introductory Course ◽  
Classroom Space

his column describes my experience with using a new classroom space (the ACTIVE Center), which was designed to facilitate group-based active learning and problem solving, to teach an introductory artificial intelligence course. By restructuring the course into a format that was roughly half lecture and half small-group problem-solving, I was able to significantly increase student engagement, their understanding and retention of difficult concepts, and my own enjoyment in teaching the class.

scholarly journals Fostering Student Engagement: Creative Problem-Solving in Small Group Facilitations

2015 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
pp. 153 ◽  
Author(s):  
Patricia L Samson
Keyword(s):  
Student Engagement ◽  
Problem Solving ◽  
Active Learning ◽  
Small Group ◽  
Learning Strategies ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Teaching Methodology ◽  
Creative Problem Solving ◽  
Creative Problem

Creative Problem-Solving (CPS) can be a transformative teaching methodology that supports a dialogical learning atmosphere that can transcend the traditional classroom and inspire excellence in students by linking real life experiences with the curriculum. It supports a sense of inquiry that incorporates both experiential learning and the development of critical thinking skills. Incorporating active learning strategies in a way that transcends the classroom and sparks interest and passion for students is an important pedagogical ingredient for educators. The key question driving this study is how can CPS as a teaching method be used to motivate students and engage them in a process of active learning within the context of a social policy course? This study examines student engagement and motivation in a problem-centred approach to teaching and learning, and provides a concrete example of a CPS exercise couched in small group facilitations to support peer learning.

Relationship Between Small Group Problem-Solving Activity and Lectures in Health Science Curricula

2004 ◽  
Vol 68 (10) ◽  
pp. 1058-1080 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vimla L. Patel ◽  
Jose F. Arocha ◽  
Timothy Branch ◽  
Daniel R. Karlin
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Small Group ◽  
Health Science ◽  
Group Problem ◽  
Group Problem Solving ◽  
Science Curricula
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