An implementation of active learning and its effect on the quality of student learning

An implementation of active learning and its effect on the quality of student learning

• Sivan, Atara Hong Kong Baptist University
• Leung, Roberta Wong Nanyang Technol University, Singapore
• Woon, Chi Ching Asia King Co Ltd, Hong Kong
• Kember, David Hong Kong Polytech University

Innovations in Education and Training International, 37(4), 381-389, 2000

Routledge

2000

• F Learning & Teaching
  • FA General Teaching Strategies, Different Instructional Methods
• N Students & Student Services
  • NC Charactieristics & Conditions of Students; Opinion & Attitudes of Students, Problems of Adjustment

Active Learning Foreign Countries Higher Education Independent Study Instructional Effectiveness Interviews Learning Strategies Questionnaires Skill Development Student Attitudes Undergraduate Students Hong Kong Polytechnic Knowledge Utilization Study Process Questionnaire (Biggs)

• Hong Kong

• 1997.7 onwards

• Post-Secondary Education

This paper examines the effectiveness of active learning implemented in two undergraduate programmes at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Several learning activities were implemented during student seminar sessions. The effectiveness of these activities was investigated using questionnaires and interviews to explore student attitudes as well as the Study Process Questionnaire to measure student approaches to learning. Results showed that active learning made a valuable contribution to the development of independent learning skills and the ability to apply knowledge. It also helped to create interest in the curriculum and to prepare students for their future careers. The activities used affected the quality of student learning by shaping the way that students studied and meeting desired learning outcomes. The results are discussed in the context of student approaches to learning and in relation to the programmes' educational objectives.
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• English

Journal Articles

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• 10.1080/135580000750052991

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2010-09-06