Active learning can help students develop stronger critical-thinking skills because they are not simply receiving information; they are required to think, discuss, solve problems, and explain their reasoning. I especially like the idea of using problem-based learning and small-group activities because students can compare different approaches and learn from one another.
In my math classes, I plan to use more real-world problems that connect mathematics to situations students may experience in healthcare and everyday life. For example, students could work in small groups on dosage calculations, unit conversions, percentages, or interpreting graphs and then explain how they reached their answers. I also plan to use short concept checks and discussions that ask students to explain why a method works instead of only finding the correct answer. My goal is to help students become more confident, independent learners who can apply what they learn to real situations.
