This workshop introduces the instructional tactics and materials of a technology-based inquiry-oriented instructional project. Examples of instructional materials to be used “before”, “during”, and “after” class meetings will be explored. The Before Class Exploration (BCE) is a web-based exercise that students do before class. The BCE requires approximately 15 minutes to complete and upon submission, students receive a copy of their responses and an expert’s response for comparison. The instructor can access all student BCE responses prior to lecture to gain a better picture of the student’s pre-existing knowledge. The During Class Invention (DCI) is designed to be completed by small cooperative groups or instructor led discussion. Students can report their consensus response using "clickers". The After Class Application (ACA) is a web-based set of questions that allow students to apply their knowledge of the concept introduced by the BCE and ‘invented’ by the DCI. The Project website is http://genchem1.chem.okstate.edu/BDA/Topics.php.
