Using team-based learning in discussion and writing classes
Green A.; de Bodisco C.
2020
International Review of Economics Education
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10.1016/j.iree.2020.100195
Team-Based Learning is a structured active learning pedagogy with strong empirical backing and is seeing increased use in economics instruction. This paper describes and assesses the implementation of TBL in general education economics courses that are centered around writing and discussion. We hypothesize that the structure of TBL will improve student preparation, engagement, critical thinking and writing performance. The study includes nine courses with three instructors at a small liberal arts college; each instructor taught the same course three times, twice with TBL. Results indicate that TBL has an equalizing impact; students with lower SAT scores see more positive impacts from the pedagogy. Additionally, first year students may be negatively impacted by using this flipped classroom method, but students in subsequent courses who have previously used TBL see substantial positive effects. Overall, TBL used throughout a major program could have benefits in both equity and performance. © 2020 Elsevier Ltd
Active learning; Discussion; Team-based learning; Writing
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