ABSTRACT
Many activity leaders recognize the importance of using active learning methods. This chapter provides examples and concepts to guide activities that fit program objectives and participants. Commitment to planning and use of active learning methods are important for activity leaders to emphasize when interacting with participants and coordinators. Effective activity leaders vary in their guiding style, but they usually support and challenge the participants while they use individualized procedures to respond to the diversity of experience and the aspirations of the participants. Active learning includes attention to situational influences, performance, standards, use of technology, encouragement of reflection, and provision of evaluation feedback to guide participants’ decisions and application of these elements to enhance professional performance.
