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First published in 1983, Understanding Student Learning provides an
in-depth analysis of students' learning methods in higher
education, at the time. It examines the extent to which these
learning methods reflected the teaching, assessment and individual
personalities of the students involved. The book contains
interviews with students, experiments and statistical analyses of
survey data in order to identify successes and difficulties in
student learning and the culmination of these techniques is a
clearer insight into the process of student learning.
This classic text combines practical advice with sound theory to provide a uniquely stimulating introduction to the practice of university teaching. The book has a simple message: to become a good teacher, first you must understand your students' experiences of learning. Out of this grows0 a set of principles for effective teaching in higher education. This fully revised and updated new edition reflects a changed higher education environment, addressing issues of quality, standards and professional development in today's universities. The book includes new research findings and suggestions for further reading, while case studies of exemplary teaching connect ideas to practice. This book is essential reading for new and experienced lecturers. eBook available with sample pages: 0203507711
The future success of our universities depends on academics' capacity to respond energetically to change. To help academics face new and uncertain demands, we need an entirely different approach to their management and leadership. This book shows academic leaders how to increase resource productivity and enhance teaching quality. It also demonstrates how leaders can help their staff through momentous change without compromising professional standards. Drawing on ideas from the world of business leadership as well as research into what makes academics committed and productive, Learning to Lead in Higher Education provides heads of departments and course leaders with practical tools they can use to improve their management and leadership skills. It shows academic and university leaders at all levels how they can turn adversity into prosperity.
Related link: http://www.routledgefalmer.com/textbooks< /a> eBook available with sample pages: 0203029224
First published in 1983, Understanding Student Learning provides an
in-depth analysis of students' learning methods in higher
education, at the time. It examines the extent to which these
learning methods reflected the teaching, assessment and individual
personalities of the students involved. The book contains
interviews with students, experiments and statistical analyses of
survey data in order to identify successes and difficulties in
student learning and the culmination of these techniques is a
clearer insight into the process of student learning.
The future success of our universities depends on academics' capacity to respond energetically to change. To help academics face new and uncertain demands, we need an entirely different approach to their management and leadership. This book shows academic leaders how to increase resource productivity and enhance teaching quality. It also demonstrates how leaders can help their staff through momentous change without compromising professional standards. Drawing on ideas from the world of business leadership as well as research into what makes academics committed and productive, Learning to Lead in Higher Education provides heads of departments and course leaders with practical tools they can use to improve their management and leadership skills. It shows academic and university leaders at all levels how they can turn adversity into prosperity.
Related link: http://www.routledgefalmer.com/textbooks< /a>
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