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We learn by asking questions. We learn better by asking better questions. We learn more by having opportunities to ask more questions. The aim of this book is to help both teachers and students develop their questioning skills in order to share in the process of inquiry. "Teaching, Questioning and Learning" offers teachers practical suggestions, illustrated with examples from classroom experience, based upon current educational thinking. Part one sets out the reasons for the limited effectiveness of questions in present classroom, and examines the two structures which form the matrix of all educational processes: the structure for thinking and the structure for feeling. Part two looks at a simple three-part classification of general functions for questions: those which tap into what is already known and which elicit a sense of responsibility towards the conduct of and approach to the work: those which build a context for shared understanding: and those which challenge students to think critically and creatively for themselves. Part three looks at classroom discourse and the techniques which promote an environment for talk. (From the Publisher)
Rather than focus on technology to extend the reach of higher education—distance learning—Weigel favors its use in conjunction with classroom-based experiences to promote "depth education"—the use of collaborative virtual spaces, called "knowledge rooms," in which virtual teams of students work together to build skills in critical thinking and knowledge management. Weigel explains the concept of depth education, outlines the campus infrastructure requirements of depth education, explains how to use the knowledge room framework, and discusses educational vistas made possible by e- learning. The author teaches ethics and economic development at Eastern College in St. David's, Pennsylvania. (From the Publisher)
PBS Home Video. From the Producer Ground Zero in Manhattan has become a site of pilgrimage. Thousands of people visit the site, looking for consolation and questioning the events of September 11. There is a profound quiet to their meditations. Starting here, FRONTLINE sets out on a quest to find out how peoples' faith has been challenged, and how they are coping with difficult questions of good and evil, religion and apostasy, and the frailty of human life.
The portfolio is a powerful tool for learning and assessment. Introducing the electronic into the mix increases its power, especially through the key feature of interactive hyperlinks and the potential to promote continuous reflection on, and updating of, learning. This introduction examines the potential of electronic portfolios by addressing: rationales for creating an electronic portfolio; possible features of the portfolio; examples of current practice; cautions; and recommendations. Chapters by nineteen portfolio practitioners from a range of disciplines and institutions describe the construction and use of electronic portfolios. They describe the uses: * By students to display and reflect on work for a specific course or program * By faculty to document and reflect on their classroom practice and allow comment by colleagues or others * By institutions to demonstrate accountability to their stakeholders and as a vehicle for institution-wide reflection, learning, and improvement. The section on institutional portfolios includes chapters on the incorporation of institutional research and data, and the potential role for such portfolios in accreditation. (From the Publisher)
Open this book and you'll enter the classrooms of award-winning faculty. Their classes range from a lab section of nine students to a lecture hall of 400 students with standing room only. You'll observe the teaching style of these professors, their relationships with students, and most importantly, how they solve instructional problems. You'll discover the traits - innate and learned - that set distinguished teachers apart from their colleagues, including an infectious love of learning, high-level problem-solving skills, and a radar-like system that scans and interprets the learning environment. Drawing upon interviews with 30 professors who have received awards for teaching excellence, Baiocco and DeWaters highlight the common characteristics, philosophies, methods, and behaviors that have helped these professors win teaching awards on their campuses. (From the Publisher)
* Over 10 million students now study online * Sets out the theory and latest approaches to making sure online teaching is effective * Includes material and case studies from the BBC, BT, ICL and leading international academics There has been a rapid expansion of online teaching and learning - over 10 million students now study online, and millions more use educational multimedia products and services from commercial and broadcasting organizations. However, in the rush to get online teachers, educators and developers often complain about the lack of solid theory underpinning the end materials. This book is the first to present a wide range of experience and research findings from leading practitioners and organizations around the world and will be invaluable for researchers, developers and teachers, as well as anyone with a critical interest in developing successful online teaching and learning. (From the Publisher)