Lectures, labs and demonstrations, and discussion groups are probably the three main instructional techniques.

Here are some things to try when you want yet a different approach - either for a short change of pace within a lecture or as an alternative for an entire class.

Pyramids

Drama

Pairs Problem-Solving.

Ask students to submit questions.

Role Playing

Assume a persona

There are many more alternative strategies you can use in class. Visit the Office of Instructional Development and Technology to take a look at some of the resources we have available.