1. education which happens in the course of the active functional performance of a job or intellectual procedure. Commonly referred to as action learning. 2. the active pursuit of the newest data, ins [..]

The term active learning, first introduced by English scholar R W Revans, is a learning process in which students physically participate in the learning process, rather than through merely listening t [..]

Active learning is a process by which learners are actively engaged in the learning process. Learners are not passively absorbing lectures in active learning. Active learning involves substantive chan [..]

an approach which involves the learner doing something more than simply passively receiving what is taught. Cognitively, it may involve some form of mental processing aimed at an output of some sort, [..]

Learning driven primarily by the learner, with the instructor acting as a facilitator. See also Self-directed learning.

The learning process where students are actively engaging the material. Often utilizing cooperative learning, active learning involves peer discussion, writing, reading, and direct engagement while so [..]

Students are involved in the learning, working on activities that help them to learn, not just sitting 'receiving' wisdom. Such activities might include discussions, working collaboratively [..]

Active learning is an umbrella term that refers to several models of instruction that focus the responsibility of learning on learners. Bonwell and Eison (1991) popularized this approach to instructio [..]

Any approach that engages learners by matching instruction to the learner's interests, understanding, and developmental level. Often includes hands-on and authentic activities.