Active Learning in Social Science

The course is based on a long tradition of international research on higher education and a need to develop education at Lund University. Active learning can counterbalance AI-accelerated large language models.

The course is open to all teaching staff members and doctoral students at Lund University. Preference is given to staff working at the Faculty of Social Sciences.

Course content

The course content covers the following aspects of active learning in social science:

• active learning as a constructivist student-centred approach
• practical techniques to improve learning and teaching in large groups
• practical techniques to improve learning and teaching in small groups
• designing and implementing new encounters with and settings for active learning, both within and outside the classroom
• designing and implementing new active learning courses based on the lessons learned from this course
• understanding and explaining how and why active learning improves student knowledge acquisition. 

The course consists of active learning sessions including flipped classrooms, practical exercises, group work, presentations by the participants, and active participation.

Schedule

The course requires active participation at the scheduled sessions (at least 5 of the 6 half days).

9 September 2026, 9-12
Introduction to Active Learning in Social Science

23 September 2026, 9-12
Active Learning in Large Groups

7 October 2026, 9-12
Active Learning in Small Groups

21 October 2026, 9-12
Active Learning Experiences and Environments

4 November 2026, 9-12
Active Learning Courses and Assessment

18 November 2026, 9-12 & 13-16
Assessment of Active Learning Course in Social Science

Application

Application deadline: 1 June

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