Mastering the Techniques of TeachingBased on direct observation and students' accounts of outstanding professors, Lowman examines what constitutes good teaching and tells how to present intellectually exciting lectures, lead engaging discussions, and relate to students in ways that promote motivation and independent learning. Describing what constiutes masterful college teaching, he examines the classroom as an interpersonal arena in which students and instructors meet basic psychological needs and reveal their personalities. Discusses how to select, organize and present content to promote understanding and retention, use discussion to promote rapport and stimulate thought, and offers insights into traditional aspects of teaching, such as planning courses and individual class meetings, using reading, writing and observational assignments and evaluating students. He encourages teachers to view teaching as an art and rediscover its ancient skills. ISBN 0-87589-598-0 : $17.95. |
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... initial expectations , many unfortunately based on unrealistic ideas about being a college instructor . Underlying this surface excitement and anticipation are a number of fears . Students fear that the instructor will be authori ...
... initial expectations , many unfortunately based on unrealistic ideas about being a college instructor . Underlying this surface excitement and anticipation are a number of fears . Students fear that the instructor will be authori ...
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... initial promise . They are the erratic , optimistic underachievers who initially excite an instructor with their intensity and grand plans for independent projects , only to disappoint later with poor execution . Heroes would very much ...
... initial promise . They are the erratic , optimistic underachievers who initially excite an instructor with their intensity and grand plans for independent projects , only to disappoint later with poor execution . Heroes would very much ...
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... initial reactions to hearing yourself speak . What are your feelings ( puzzled , ashamed , pessimis- tic , defensive , critical ) ? Try not to let your initial reactions , whatever they may be , discourage you . 3 . 4 . 5 . 6 . Listen ...
... initial reactions to hearing yourself speak . What are your feelings ( puzzled , ashamed , pessimis- tic , defensive , critical ) ? Try not to let your initial reactions , whatever they may be , discourage you . 3 . 4 . 5 . 6 . Listen ...
Contents
What Constitutes Masterful Teaching? | 1 |
Understanding Classroom Dynamics | 23 |
Developing Interpersonal Skills and Teaching Style | 45 |
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