- Author
- Brockett, Ralph G.
- Publisher
- Jossey-Bass, San Francisco, CA
- ISBN
- 9781118903414
- Table of Contents
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Preface
About the Author
Part One: Getting Started 1
ch. 1 So, You’re Teaching Adults?
ch. 2 What Is Effective Teaching?
Part Two: Four Keys to Effective Teaching
ch. 3 So, What Are You Teaching About?
ch. 4 A Dozen Things You Need to Know About Adult Learners
ch. 5 Building Blocks of Adult Learning
ch. 6 Planning Instruction
ch. 7 Teaching Techniques
ch. 8 Knowing Yourself: Understanding the Teacher Within
Part Three: Unlocking Doors to Effective Teaching
ch. 9 Creating a Positive Learning Environment
ch. 10 Overcoming Resistance to Learning
ch. 11 Motivation
ch. 12 Dealing with Dilemmas and Challenges
Epilogue: So, Now You’re Ready: Go and Teach Adults
References
Index
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Abstract: A highly practical guide for new instructors teaching in any setting
Regardless of the context, teaching is a tall task—and for those teaching adults, unique challenges await. Teaching Adults: A Practical Guide for New Teachers is chock-full of ideas that can be read quickly and implemented immediately in formal and informal settings, in classrooms and workplaces; in short, wherever adults are learning.
Written with straightforward language that eschews jargon, yet grounded in theory, research, and practice in adult education, the book will benefit readers who have not previously been exposed to these ideas as well as more experienced teachers who seek new ways to reach adult learners. The book will serve as a resource to revisit from time to time as readers face new challenges and questions in teaching adults.
Readers will delve into to a variety of topics, including:
• A general teaching framework, including the author's four keys to effective teaching
• An in-depth exploration of the primary components of effective teaching
• An examination of the unique challenges involved with teaching adults, including how to best create a positive learning environment, overcoming resistance to learning, motivation techniques, and dealing with difficult or disruptive learners
The book elucidates the techniques required to connect with adult learners and provide instruction that is specifically tailored to the unique learning needs of these students. (From the Publisher)
Abstract: A highly practical guide for new instructors teaching in any setting
Regardless of the context, teaching is a tall task—and for those teaching adults, unique challenges await. Teaching Adults: A Practical Guide for New Teachers is chock-full of ideas that can be read quickly and implemented immediately in formal and informal settings, in classrooms and workplaces; in short, wherever adults are learning.
Written with straightforward language that eschews jargon, yet grounded in theory, research, and practice in adult education, the book will benefit readers who have not previously been exposed to these ideas as well as more experienced teachers who seek new ways to reach adult learners. The book will serve as a resource to revisit from time to time as readers face new challenges and questions in teaching adults.
Readers will delve into to a variety of topics, including:
• A general teaching framework, including the author's four keys to effective teaching
• An in-depth exploration of the primary components of effective teaching
• An examination of the unique challenges involved with teaching adults, including how to best create a positive learning environment, overcoming resistance to learning, motivation techniques, and dealing with difficult or disruptive learners
The book elucidates the techniques required to connect with adult learners and provide instruction that is specifically tailored to the unique learning needs of these students. (From the Publisher)