Teaching at Its Best: A Research-Based Resource for College Instructors. 4th Edition

The classic teaching toolbox updated with new research and ideas Teaching at Its Best is the bestselling research-based toolbox for college instructors at any level in any higher education setting. Packed with practical guidance proven techniques and expert perspectives this book helps instructors improve student learning both face-to-face and online. This new fourth edition features five new chapters on building critical thinking into course design creating a welcoming classroom environment helping students learn how to learn giving and receiving feedback and teaching in multiple modes along with the latest research and new questions to facilitate faculty discussion. Topics include new coverage of the flipped classroom cutting-edge technologies self-regulated learning the mental processes involved in learning and memory and more in the accessible format and easy-to-understand style that has made this book a much-valued resource among college faculty. Good instructors are always looking for ways to improve student learning. With college classrooms becoming increasingly varied by age ability and experience the need for fresh ideas and techniques has never been greater. This book provides a wealth of research-backed practices that apply across the board. Teach students practical real-world problem solving Interpret student ratings accurately Boost motivation and help students understand how they learn Explore alternative techniques formats activities and exercises Given the ever-growing body of research on student learning faculty now have many more choices of effective teaching strategies than they used to have along with many more ways to achieve excellence in the classroom. Teaching at Its Best is an invaluable toolbox for refreshing your approach and providing the exceptional education your students deserve.

Paperback: 408 pages

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons; 4 edition (July 18 2016)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 1119096324

ISBN-13: 978-1119096320

Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 0.8 x 10.8 inches

Shipping Weight: 2 pounds