Many people (students and instructors) think active learning does not give a a deep knowledge on the topics. Many also think is a waste of time and that the F2F type of learning is more effective. But when the instructors and students put effort and time to develop an active learning method, there is a deeper understanding of the topics

Active learning in centered on the students and the instructors/facilitators are in charge of giving the students the space and tools to develop themselves on critical thinking about the subject of discussion.