Beyond Think-Pair-Share: 10 Strategies for In-Class Small Groups

In-class small group work can engage students with one another and course materials to enhance higher-order thinking, mastery of course concepts, diverse views, and deeper learning. Research shows that small-group learning improves academic achievement, relationships between classmates and faculty, and overall well-being. Participants will be able to choose from 10 teaching strategies they can implement during class, consider how each strategy supports course objectives, recognize the pros and cons of each strategy, and reflect on your role as the instructor.

Participants will be able to:

• Choose from 10 teaching strategies you can implement during class
• Consider how each strategy supports course objectives
• Recognize the pros and cons of each strategy
• Reflect on how your role as the instructor may be impacted.