Partners for Innovation In Teaching and Learning: A Shared Responsibility - Couverture souple

Silverman, Sharon

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0595350674 ISBN 13 : 9780595350674

Editeur : iUniverse, 2005

Synopsis

Partners for Innovation in Teaching and Learning: A Shared Responsibility highlights the work of six creative and innovative teachers who developed learner-centered environments in their classrooms. Educational consultants, Sharon Silverman and Martha Casazza, worked with these teachers from the College of Professional Studies at New Jersey City University where they developed a forum on excellence in teaching and learning. The results are showcased with a focus on connecting theory and research to educational practice.The theme of shared responsibility for learning is presented throughout. Some examples include:Developing teacher-student partnerships to create a course syllabusUsing questions as a way to promote active participationBuilding community in the online classroomUsing emotions and thoughts as a basis for learningCreating a new approach that reflects problem-based learning, learning communities and collaborative learningThe ideas presented are unique and engaging. They stimulate others to take risks and embrace innovation. Challenges and successes are shared to show that implementing new teaching ideas can be both daunting and very rewarding.

A propos du livre

Biographie de l'auteur

Sharon L. Silverman and Martha E. Casazza are educational consultants who have worked together for many years. They have co-authored two books, Learning Assistance and Developmental Education: A Guide for Effective Practice (1996) and Learning and Development (2000). Both books were published by Jossey-Bass and are useful references for all educators.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: iUniverse
• Date d'édition: 2005
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0595350674
• ISBN 13: 9780595350674
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 106
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible