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1. Defining Active Learning. 2. Summarizing Active Learning Research. 3. Using Active Learning in First-Year Classrooms. 4. Introductory Exercises: Icebreakers. 5. First-Year Seminar Exercises: Motivation, College Success, Diversity, Service Learning, etc. 6. Lecture-Based Exercises for Large or Small Classes. 7. Content-Integrating Exercises: Self-Directed Learning and Collaborative Learning. 8. Communication Skills Exercises Including Critical and Creative Thinking. 9. Technology-Based Exercises: Designing Internet Activities. 10. Discipline-Specific Sample Exercises. 11. Closing Exercises: Wrap-Up Activities. 12. Processing Active Learning Experiences: Reflection, Application, Integration. 13. Designing Active Learning Experiences. 14. Assessing Active Learning Experiences.