Recombinant Teaching: STEM Education Office Hours with Dr. Justin Shaffer

My students are resistant to active learning!

May 6, 2026·13 min
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Justin is joined by Lauren Stoczynski to discuss the age-old question of how to handle student resistance when it comes to active learning and structured course design. While a tough nut to crack, I guarantee you won't face any resistance with enjoying this episode! :)Want to be a part of the show? Submit a question!Lauren Stoczynski is an assistant professor of biological and environmental sciences at Le Moyne College. Learn more about Lauren on her LinkedIn page.Check out Episode 4 for an overview of high structure course design.I have lots of papers on the literature page of my website about student resistance and other barriers to using active learning and evidence-based course design.Learn how you, your department, or your institution can work with Justin to improve STEM education together.www.recombinanteducation.com

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