Title :
Active learning methods for teaching dynamics. Development and implementation
Author :
Asokanthan, Samuel F.
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Mech. Eng., Queensland Univ., Brisbane, Qld., Australia
Abstract :
An active learning approach was developed and implemented to address inherent difficulties in teaching subjects in engineering dynamics. A variety of active learning exercises have been introduced to replace a portion of traditional lecture presentations. Demonstrations sessions involving student participation in simulations using MECHANICA
Keywords :
dynamics; engineering education; teaching; MECHANICA; active learning methods; demonstrations; dynamics teaching; engineering dynamics teaching; simulations; student participation; Books; Control systems; Education; Feedback; Information processing; Learning systems; Mathematics; Mechanical engineering; Videos; Visualization;
Conference_Titel :
Frontiers in Education Conference, 1997. 27th Annual Conference. Teaching and Learning in an Era of Change. Proceedings.
Conference_Location :
Pittsburgh, PA
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-4086-8
DOI :
10.1109/FIE.1997.632673
