How to Increase Learner Engagement during Lectures
Description
Say what you will about lectures, but they are not going anywhere just yet. Lectures that are unidirectional conduits of information transfer from instructor to their audience risk boredom and disconnection. In contrast, lectures that incorporate active-learning strategies and relationship-building may accomplish desired learning outcomes. Learners who are engaged with the lecture tend to experience more rewards in terms of acquiring knowledge and confidence.
In this workshop, participants will consider characteristics that indicate learner engagement in the classroom setting and reflect on research that underscores the beneficial impacts of increased engagement on select learning outcomes. There will also be opportunities for participants to share with one another strategies that can be used to increase learner engagement specifically during lectures.
Objectives
- Describe characteristics of learner engagement during lectures
- Explain the benefits of learner engagement during lectures on learning outcomes
- List at least 3 strategies to increase learner engagement during lectures
Target Audience
This workshop is open to clinical and academic faculty from the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry. Anyone who teaches a class – whether they are creating a new lecture or brushing up on an existing one -- can find this workshop useful.
Facilitation
This workshop will be presented online by Elizabeth Rosolowsky, MD, MPH, FAAP, FRCPC. She is a pediatric endocrinologist and Associate Professor of Pediatrics. She teaches in the lecture theatres of the MD Program and also virtually to large groups hosted by the International Faculty Development Program.
Dates and Registration
Upcoming workshop dates and information can be found within the registration form link below.