One-Minute Paper
One-Minute Paper
The One-Minute Paper is a quick technique where students spend 60 seconds writing responses to prompts about the day’s lesson. This method helps teachers gauge student understanding and identify areas needing clarification.
Alternative/linked methods: Minute Paper, Quick Write, Exit Ticket
Why?
- Immediate Feedback: Provides real-time insights into student comprehension.
- Engagement: Encourages active participation and reflection.
- Adaptability: Helps instructors adjust teaching strategies based on student needs.
How?
- “In your own words, explain [insert concept]”.
- “Write down the three key things you learned in today’s lecture”.
- “How useful was the group exercise we did today? Please give details”.
- “What was the most confusing point in today’s class?”.
When?
- End of Class: To summarise and reflect on the day’s lesson.
- Mid-Lecture: To check understanding of a specific concept.
- After Activities: To evaluate the effectiveness of group exercises or discussions.
- Various Settings: Can be adapted for labs, workshops, or homework assignments.
Get Started
Ask students:
- “Write down the three key things you learned in today’s lecture”.
- “In your own words, explain [insert concept]”.
- “What was the most confusing point in today’s class?”.
- “How useful was the group exercise we did today? Please give details”.
Digital Enhancement
- Virtual Breakout Rooms for pair discussions
- Digital Note-taking Tools for summarizing and sharing notes
- Online Polls and Q&A features to collect and address student questions
- Submit through Moodle Assignment/Forum