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Working with the JiTT strategy has demonstrated that the Web, combined with live teachers in the classroom, can humanize instruction for all students and make a real difference to the non-traditional student.> read more

Data show significant improvements in understanding when PI is used rather than the traditional lecture method. >read more

Interactive Teaching

Interactive teaching includes two separate but complementary pedagogies, Just-in-Time Teaching (JiTT) and Peer Instruction (PI). These innovative teaching techniques involve a combination of activities designed to make the most effective use of class time by engaging your students and creating a collaborative learning environment. JiTT and PI improve student learning by giving you the feedback you need to ensure your students are not just memorizing facts but understanding the fundamental concepts. It is important to remember that each technique works well on its own, and no matter which one you start with, your students will learn better.

Just-in-Time Teaching

The two objectives of Just-in-Time Teaching (JiTT) are to help the instructor identify gaps in students’ understanding, and to prepare the students to participate in active learning in the classroom.

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Peer Instruction

Peer Instruction is a collaborative learning technique that differs from the traditional lecture method in several ways: it engages students, makes it possible for them to reach a deeper conceptual understanding of the material, and provides immediate feedback, allowing the instructor to tailor the class to the needs of the students.

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Other Interactive Teaching Methods

Many other creative approaches to teaching have been developed and implemented by faculty around the world.

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