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Improving Student Engagement in Political Science Courses Through Application of Active Learning and Digital Learning Technologies

Improving Student Engagement in Political Science Courses Through Application of Active Learning and Digital Learning Technologies
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Author(s): Victor B. Eno (Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, USA)
Copyright: 2019
Pages: 22
Source title: Cases on Digital Learning and Teaching Transformations in Higher Education
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Rebecca J. Blankenship (Florida A&M University, USA)and Charlotte Baker (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-9331-7.ch007

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Abstract

This chapter explores the experiences and benefits gained from participation in Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Provost's Digital Learning Initiative (DLI) Fellowship. Participants were equipped with relevant tools for re-designing courses for increased student engagement and attainment of student learning outcomes. The program promoted expertise in retooling courses to promote student-centered learning by exposing students to digital learning tools that reflect current and emerging technology trends in higher education as well as best practices in implementation of active learning strategies. The focus was on application of technology and implementation of active learning practices in two political science courses: a research methods and general education course. These insights have improved the author's professional development competencies; importantly, the implementation of technology-based learning has resulted in improved student achievement as evidenced by summative and formative assessment measures, and the acquisition of research and analytical skills.

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