What Would College Be Without Lectures?

Written by Pat's Papers | Thursday, 16 February 2012 8:29 AM

“Active learning” is the catchphrase du jour says the Washington Post. And that has led educators back to the drawing board, as they brainstorm better ways to teach math and science at the college level. Their main concern is that the standard format—the lecture—is driving students away.

SOURCE: Washington Post

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