Some profs are taking an old-school approach to classes. Here's why they think it helps students
04-07-2026 10:00 via cbc.ca

Some profs are taking an old-school approach to classes. Here's why they think it helps students

Hand-written notes. Problem-solving through discussion. Using a typewriter to complete an assignment. In-depth Q&As after oral presentations. These are some of the classroom methods from the past that professors are reviving in hopes of boosting student engagement and steering them away from AI shortcuts.
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