Larry K. Michaelsen

About the Author

Larry K. Michaelsen is a distinguished educator and innovator in pedagogical methods, with a career spanning decades in higher education. He is widely recognized for pioneering team-based learning (TBL), a collaborative approach that transforms traditional classrooms into dynamic, student-centered environments. As a professor emeritus of management at the University of Central Missouri, Michaelsen has influenced countless educators through his research, workshops, and publications. His work emphasizes the power of small group interactions to enhance critical thinking, problem-solving, and retention in complex subjects. Committed to evidence-based teaching, he continues to advocate for strategies that foster deep learning and equity in education, particularly in professional training programs.