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The Power of Team-Based Learning
The Power of Team-Based Learning
Team-based learning (TBL) fosters critical thinking, communication, and teamwork. It equips students with the skills they need to thrive in real-world settings.
Video used with permission - Quinn, G. University of Bradford (2024, October 10). TBL workshop development - Red River College Polytech in Winnipeg. Email.
Overview of the TBL Model
Overview of the TBL Model
As you watch the presentation, you will realize that TBL is not just a teaching technique—it’s a well-planned instructional strategy. It takes a group of students and transforms them into a effective learning team. They are not just learning content; but they are actively learning from each other.
Considering implementing TBL? Select here to review the factors and make an informed decision about whether TBL is the right fit for your course and students.
The TBL Model
The TBL Model
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Instructor Workshop: Demonstrating a TBL Module in the Classroom
Instructor Workshop: Demonstrating a TBL Module in the Classroom
These three videos illustrate an example of what one module could look like in a classroom setting. They showcase a multi-day instructional sequence:
Day 1
Creating Diverse Teams and Assigning the Pre-Read: Introduces the module by forming student teams and assigning preparatory materials.
Day 2
Individual and Team Readiness Assurance Test: Demonstrates how students are assessed on their understanding of the pre-read material, both individually and in teams.
Day 3
Application Activity: Highlights a collaborative classroom activity where teams apply their knowledge to solve problems or engage in discussion
Designing Effective Team Application Activities in TBL
Designing Effective Team Application Activities in TBL
This video shows how to design TBL team application activities—real-world, decision-based tasks that build critical thinking, structured discussion, and collaboration through simultaneous reporting and class-wide debriefs.
What is the 4 "S" Framework?
What is the 4 "S" Framework?
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A Prompt to Convert Your Traditional Course to TBL
A Prompt to Convert Your Traditional Course to TBL
This prompt will guide you step-by-step through converting a traditional course into a TBL format. Select here
The Fink Method: A Fair Way to Fine-Tune Team Grades
The Fink Method: A Fair Way to Fine-Tune Team Grades
FINK peer evaluation fosters fairness, accountability, collaboration, and reflection through point-based, formula-adjusted feedback.
More TBL Tools Coming Soon
More TBL Tools Coming Soon
Some of the Organisations and Institutes using TBL
Some of the Organisations and Institutes using TBL
Resources and References
Resources and References
Resources
Resources
TBL Example Folder for each Team- Select Here
Infographic introducing TBL to students. Select Here
10-minute intro to TBL lesson plan for students - Select Here
Application Activity Library - Select Here
Team Learning Archives at UBC- Select Here
Book: Getting started with team-based learning (First edition.) Curated chapters of the book- Select Here
Peer Evaluations -Select Here
Blooms Taxonomy: Teach Planning Kit Select Here
HyFlex Learning CoP Select Here
IF-AT Cards (Cogna Learn) IFAT@CognaLearn.com
** For updated references and resources ( RefWorks) Select Here
References
References
Active Collaborative Learning. Team based learning. Retrieved from https://aclproject.org.uk/team-based-learning/
Brisk Teaching. (2024). Welcome to brisk teaching. Retrieved from https://www.briskteaching.com/welcome
Carleton University. (2024). Application exercise library. Retrieved from https://serc.carleton.edu/econ/tbl-econ/activities.html
Kuzminska, O., Pohrebniak, D., Mariia, M., & Viacheslav, O. (2024). Leveraging ai tools for enhancing project team dynamics: Impact on self-efficacy and student engagement. Information Technologies and Learning Tools, 100(2), 92–109. doi:10.33407/itlt.v100i2.5602
RRC Polytech . (2024). Active learning.
Sibley, J., Ostafichuk, P., Roberson, B., Franchini, B., & Kubitzv, K. (2014). Getting started with team-based learning (First edition.). Stylus Publishing.
Team based learning collaborative – asia pacific community symposium 2024 – asia pacific community (TBLC-APC) symposium 2024. (2024, ). Retrieved from https://tbl.sydney.edu.au/
Team-based learning. Retrieved from https://cft.vanderbilt.edu/guides-sub-pages/team-based-learning/
Team-based learning | UNB. Retrieved from https://www.unb.ca/cetl/services/teaching-tips/instructional-methods/team-based-learning.html
UBC. (2022). Team-based learning. Retrieved from https://cis.apsc.ubc.ca/teaching-strategies/team-based-learning/
Workshop materials | learn TBL. (2022, ). Retrieved from https://learntbl.ca/book/other-materials/
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