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How you can enrich your life by becoming a more skillful and
engaged reader of literature We are what we read, according to
Robert DiYanni. Reading may delight us or move us; we may read for
instruction or inspiration. But more than this, in reading we
discover ourselves. We gain access to the lives of others, explore
the limitless possibilities of human existence, develop our
understanding of the world around us, and find respite from the
hectic demands of everyday life. In You Are What You Read, DiYanni
provides a practical guide that shows how we can increase the
benefits and pleasures of literature by becoming more skillful and
engaged readers. DiYanni suggests that we attend first to what
authors say and the way in which they say it, rather than rushing
to decide what they mean. He considers the various forms of
literature, from the essay to the novel, the short story to the
poem, demonstrating rewarding approaches to each in sample readings
of classic works. Through a series of illuminating oppositions, he
explores the paradoxical pleasures of reading: solitary versus
social reading, submitting to or resisting the author, reading
inwardly or outwardly, and more. DiYanni closes with nine
recommended reading practices, thoughts on the different
experiences of print and digital reading, and advice on what to
read and why. Written in a clear, inviting, and natural style, You
Are What You Read is an essential guide for all who want to enrich
their reading-and their life.
The essential how-to guide to successful college teaching and
learning The college classroom is a place where students have the
opportunity to be transformed and inspired through learning-but
teachers need to understand how students actually learn. Robert
DiYanni and Anton Borst provide an accessible, hands-on guide to
the craft of college teaching, giving instructors the practical
tools they need to help students achieve not only academic success
but also meaningful learning to last a lifetime. The Craft of
College Teaching explains what to teach-emphasizing concepts and
their relationships, not just isolated facts-as well as how to
teach using active learning strategies that engage students through
problems, case studies and scenarios, and practice reinforced by
constructive feedback. The book tells how to motivate students, run
productive discussions, create engaging lectures, use technology
effectively, and much more. Interludes between chapters illustrate
common challenges, including what to do on the first and last days
of class and how to deal with student embarrassment, manage group
work, and mentor students effectively. There are also plenty of
questions and activities at the end of each chapter. Blending the
latest research with practical techniques that really work, this
easy-to-use guide draws on DiYanni and Borst's experience as
professors, faculty consultants, and workshop leaders. Proven in
the classroom and the workshop arena, The Craft of College Teaching
is an essential resource for new instructors and seasoned pros
alike.
How you can enrich your life by becoming a more skillful and
engaged reader of literature We are what we read, according to
Robert DiYanni. Reading may delight us or move us; we may read for
instruction or inspiration. But more than this, in reading we
discover ourselves. We gain access to the lives of others, explore
the limitless possibilities of human existence, develop our
understanding of the world around us, and find respite from the
hectic demands of everyday life. In You Are What You Read, DiYanni
provides a practical guide that shows how we can increase the
benefits and pleasures of literature by becoming more skillful and
engaged readers. DiYanni suggests that we attend first to what
authors say and the way in which they say it, rather than rushing
to decide what they mean. He considers the various forms of
literature, from the essay to the novel, the short story to the
poem, demonstrating rewarding approaches to each in sample readings
of classic works. Through a series of illuminating oppositions, he
explores the paradoxical pleasures of reading: solitary versus
social reading, submitting to or resisting the author, reading
inwardly or outwardly, and more. DiYanni closes with nine
recommended reading practices, thoughts on the different
experiences of print and digital reading, and advice on what to
read and why. Written in a clear, inviting, and natural style, You
Are What You Read is an essential guide for all who want to enrich
their reading-and their life.
The essential how-to guide to successful college teaching and
learning The college classroom is a place where students have the
opportunity to be transformed and inspired through learning-but
teachers need to understand how students actually learn. Robert
DiYanni and Anton Borst provide an accessible, hands-on guide to
the craft of college teaching, giving instructors the practical
tools they need to help students achieve not only academic success
but also meaningful learning to last a lifetime. The Craft of
College Teaching explains what to teach-emphasizing concepts and
their relationships, not just isolated facts-as well as how to
teach using active learning strategies that engage students through
problems, case studies and scenarios, and practice reinforced by
constructive feedback. The book tells how to motivate students, run
productive discussions, create engaging lectures, use technology
effectively, and much more. Interludes between chapters illustrate
common challenges, including what to do on the first and last days
of class and how to deal with student embarrassment, manage group
work, and mentor students effectively. There are also plenty of
questions and activities at the end of each chapter. Blending the
latest research with practical techniques that really work, this
easy-to-use guide draws on DiYanni and Borst's experience as
professors, faculty consultants, and workshop leaders. Proven in
the classroom and the workshop arena, The Craft of College Teaching
is an essential resource for new instructors and seasoned pros
alike.
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