Changing Culture through Active Learning

Abstract

The purpose of this chapter is to explore the need for change from passive instructional approaches to active learning strategies and to provide theoretical frameworks, information, and tools to guide a next-generation leader in the process of changing the organizational culture through active learning. An overview of active learning, cooperative learning, and collaborative learning will be presented. Several specific forms of active learning will be explored in detail: Case-Based Learning (CBL), Problem-Based Learning (PBL), and Team-Based Learning (TBL). The overlapping characteristics among the approaches will be presented, along with the distinctive features of each approach. Assets and limitations will be discussed, along with specific examples and techniques. Outcomes from research on active learning strategies will be summarized. Considerations for determining active learning strategies that are the best fit for particular learners, instructors, and content areas will be examined.