Team-Based Learning (TBL) Faculty Development Open Educational Resource (OER)

This course works best when a specific rhythm is followed, to help build on your knowledge and team learning and teaching.

Please follow this rhythm:

1. Complete the Preparation and Readiness Assurance Process by reading the assigned article(s) and viewing the video(s).
2. Take the iRAT to review what knowledge you received from the readings and videos.
3. Complete the Application Activities.
4. Move on to the next module.

Team-based learning (TBL) is a powerful teaching and learning framework where students come to class prepared and spend most of class time engaged in team activities that help them learn how to solve real-world problems and apply important course concepts. This module is focused on Introducing Team-Based Learning (TBL)

Team-Based Learning (TBL) is an increasingly-popular form of small-group learning. The four components of TBL are permanent teams, readiness assurance, application activities, and peer evaluation.

TBL is possible even in large theater-style classrooms with fixed seats. TBL instructors report high levels of student attendance, preparation, participation and critical thinking. TBL students report being more motivated and enjoying class more, even when the subject is not in their major.

View the Center for Teaching and Learning video from The University of Texas at Austin. URL: https://vimeo.com/ctlut/tbl

Reflect: What element of TBL as shown in the video motivates you the most to consider using TBL in your course(s)? Why?

If possible, watch the video with colleagues and engage in a discussion regarding this reflection prompt.