This microbrew session will showcase the integration of Jeopardy-style questions into any biological or microbiological class to enhance student engagement and understanding. Jeopardy-style problem sets present questions in the format of the popular quiz game, requiring students to recall and apply knowledge dynamically. For example, instead of a typical multiple-choice question, students might be asked, "This structure is composed primarily of phospholipids and proteins, forming a bilayer." Students must respond with "What is the cell membrane?" Preparing for these types of questions encourages active learning by prompting students to explore definitions, applications, and implications of concepts. This method promotes critical thinking and deeper comprehension by encouraging students to think broadly and ask diverse questions. It also fosters an interactive and engaging learning environment and supports diverse learning styles. The approach is beneficial as it transforms passive review sessions into active learning experiences, enhances knowledge retention, and improves overall exam performance.
