Teaching Millennials

Page 29 Characteristics of Net Generation Students • In a study on millennial students in the classroom, Wilson (2008) determined the best way for teachers to reach students is to understand where students are coming from. – Want to learn: • Information that is interesting to them • Information that is practical for their lives • McGlynn recommended that instructors shift to experiential learning and service learning programs that allow student's to actively engage in learning and learning in groups (3)