How to liven up life in the laboratory

Article Abstract:

Engineering and science students often find practical projects undertaken in their third year of university are much more stimulating and a good source of learning than the two previous years of practical work. Some universities have tried to tackle the problem by giving their students more interesting project work earlier in their courses. Lancaster and Liverpool universities, England, have both devised new types of projects for their second year students where they work independently in teams but with the support of their tutors.

United Kingdom, Practice, Universities and colleges, Engineering students, Curricula, College curriculum, Schools, Sciences education, Science education

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Spice up life in a big group

Article Abstract:

There are a number of techniques that university lecturers can use to ensure that they retain the attention of large groups of students over a long period of time. They can use a range of methods for presenting ideas and information, and can consider ways to encourage the involvement and participation of students. It may be appropriate to ask students to work with an incomplete or partial handout, or students can divided into small groups for activities such as analyzing a case study.

Research, Teacher-student relations, Interaction analysis in education

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Dispel nerves in a lab novice

Article Abstract:

Advice for postgraduate demonstrators is presented. Postgraduate demonstrators should not feel that they must be able to answer all the undergraduates' questions, but must try instead to encourage and guide. There are various techniques that can be useful in avoiding excessive marking time, including using a model answer or worked example.

Methods, Teaching demonstrations

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