Encouraging Reflective Learning with End-of-Lab Presentations on iPads

 

Marielle H. Hoefnagels & Mark E. Walvoord

Tested Studies in Laboratory Teaching, 2016, Volume 37

Abstract

Presenting results at the end of lab can enhance student understanding and provide opportunities for immediate assessment. When students know they will have to present, they are more likely to reflect on what they’re doing, ask questions, and consider how best to communicate their findings. During presentations, the instructor can immediately identify misconceptions and assign grades. With brief training, students can use iPads to videotape, photograph, and/or draw lab procedures, then convey experimental results and conclusions in one concise presentation. During this workshop, attendees learned to use a presentation app, performed a quick lab activity, and created their own presentations.

Keywords:  phylogeny, educational technology, critical reflection

Boston University (2015)