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Instruction Resources

Background Knowledge Probe

Explanation: This activity consists of questions that students answer at the beginning of a session so that the instructor can determine their previous experiences with and current knowledge of the topic.

Required Time: 5 minutes

Course Subject: any

Student Level: any

Empty Outlines/Guided Notes

Explanation: This activity consists of a worksheet that the instructor prepares with fill-in-the-blank outlines or statements.
Required Time: throughout the session
Course Subject: any
Student Level: any

Problem Recognition Tasks

Explanation: This activity consists of presenting students with a problem or situation and tasking them with identifying the correct (or best) response.
Required Time: 10-15 minutes
Course Subject: any
Student Level: any