Students may become frustrated at times with an active learning model.  Instructors need to recognize that all learning produces a certain amount of frustration from students.  Learning is difficult at times and students becoming frustrated is a natural part of the process. 

Providing students with challenging, thought-provoking tasks is important to promoting an active learning environment.  It is important to find the right level of challenging for students so that they do not shut down.  This can be achieved by making sure there are appropriate supports provided for students to complete these challenging tasks.