Handbook of Research on Learner-Centered Approaches to Teaching in an Age of Transformational Change
Handbook of Research on Learner-Centered Approaches to Teaching in an Age of Transformational Change

Author: Bromer, Billi L.

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2022-06-24

Total Pages: 385

ISBN-13: 1668442418

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Institutions of education are in an age of transformational change in which learning has a wider scope of understanding and long-term impact than ever before. Those involved in teaching and learning require additional training and subject matter support towards developing a broader and more profoundly complex understanding of the learners affected by evolving sociological events and associated needs. More than ever, a broader understanding of the learner is needed, inclusive of a learner-centered approach to both teaching and learner cognitive engagement. The Handbook of Research on Learner-Centered Approaches to Teaching in an Age of Transformational Change examines the abundant transformational changes that have occurred and provide strategies to understand and address them. It draws from a wide range of experts and provides a burgeoning understanding of the effects of these rapidly-moving transformational changes that are occurring in the processes of teaching and learning. Exploring a wide range of issues such as community engagement scholarship, motivation-driven assignment design, and trauma-informed practices, this major reference work is an invaluable resource for educators of K-12 and higher education, educational faculty and administration, pre-service teachers, government officials, non-profit organizations, sociologists, libraries, researchers, and academicians.

Learner-Centered Teaching
Learner-Centered Teaching

Author: Maryellen Weimer

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2008-05-02

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 0470366419

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In this much needed resource, Maryellen Weimer-one of the nation's most highly regarded authorities on effective college teaching-offers a comprehensive work on the topic of learner-centered teaching in the college and university classroom. As the author explains, learner-centered teaching focuses attention on what the student is learning, how the student is learning, the conditions under which the student is learning, whether the student is retaining and applying the learning, and how current learning positions the student for future learning. To help educators accomplish the goals of learner-centered teaching, this important book presents the meaning, practice, and ramifications of the learner-centered approach, and how this approach transforms the college classroom environment. Learner-Centered Teaching shows how to tie teaching and curriculum to the process and objectives of learning rather than to the content delivery alone.

Perspectives on Empowering Intergenerational Relations in Educational Organizations
Perspectives on Empowering Intergenerational Relations in Educational Organizations

Author: Polat, Soner

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2023-10-12

Total Pages: 411

ISBN-13: 1668488892

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Perspectives on Empowering Intergenerational Relations in Educational Organizations is a groundbreaking book that addresses the urgent need to build and maintain peace between generations. Edited by Soner Polat and Ça?lar Çelik from Kocaeli University, Turkey, this comprehensive exploration delves into intergenerational relations within educational settings, equipping readers with the knowledge and strategies needed to foster positive interactions between different generations. From intergenerational communication and conflict resolution to empathy development and leadership, this book empowers individuals with the essential skills for peaceful coexistence. With a focus on practical guidance and real-life examples, Perspectives on Empowering Intergenerational Relations in Educational Organizations offers valuable insights for educators, administrators, students, and parents. It serves as a valuable resource for navigating and improving intergenerational dynamics within educational institutions. By engaging with this book, readers gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of intergenerational relations and acquire the competencies necessary to build stronger, more harmonious connections across generations. Through concrete strategies and research-based guidance, it provides a roadmap for promoting empowering intergenerational relations, paving the way for a more inclusive and harmonious future in educational organizations.

Applications of Service Learning in Higher Education
Applications of Service Learning in Higher Education

Author: Watson, Sandy White

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2024-03-22

Total Pages: 361

ISBN-13:

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In higher education, a pressing issue has emerged—how to authentically connect academic pursuits with real-world challenges. The last decade has witnessed an escalating call for heightened interaction between universities and the "real world". Demands have grown for higher education institutions to instill democratic citizenship and address students' moral development. In response to this rise in demand, there has been a notable shift toward emphasizing service learning within academia. As educators grapple with the imperative to seamlessly integrate theory and practice, Applications of Service Learning in Higher Education steps into the forefront, delving into the myriad applications of service learning to effectively address this critical issue. Applications of Service Learning in Higher Education examines the complexities surrounding service learning in higher education. At its core, the book aims to showcase concrete examples of successful service learning applications, acting as a catalyst for the integration of this transformative pedagogy into the academic fabric. Beyond the surface, the book delves into the intricate planning, execution, and assessment stages of service learning projects, whether manifested within local communities or on an international scale. It seeks to fill notable knowledge gaps, particularly in less-explored regions like Latin America and the Caribbean and underscores the significance of multidisciplinary experiences. As the narrative unfolds, the book addresses the symbiotic relationship between service learning and students' programs of study, transforming communities into vibrant classrooms where learning transcends traditional boundaries.

Guide to Integrating Problem-Based Learning Programs in Higher Education Classrooms: Design, Implementation, and Evaluation
Guide to Integrating Problem-Based Learning Programs in Higher Education Classrooms: Design, Implementation, and Evaluation

Author: Epler, Pam

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2022-06-24

Total Pages: 246

ISBN-13: 1799881792

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Recently, there has been an increase in businesses and schools that are using some form of problem-based learning daily. By educating undergraduate and graduate students using this service delivery model, they will be better prepared to enter the workforce and increase their marketability. Further study is required to ensure students and faculty utilize this model to its full potential. Guide to Integrating Problem-Based Learning Programs in Higher Education Classrooms: Design, Implementation, and Evaluation provides college and university faculty with ways to establish, use, and evaluate a successful problem-based undergraduate or graduate program. Covering key topics such as peer tutors, evaluation, technology, and project-based learning, this reference work is ideal for higher education faculty, teachers, instructional designers, curriculum developers, school administrators, university leaders, researchers, practitioners, and students.

Intercultural Communication and Ubiquitous Learning in Multimodal English Language Education
Intercultural Communication and Ubiquitous Learning in Multimodal English Language Education

Author: García-Sánchez, Soraya

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2022-05-27

Total Pages: 319

ISBN-13: 1799888541

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It has never been more important for schools and instructors to consider best practices and strategies to appropriately design effective English language courses. Teaching English successfully to diverse audiences requires an understanding of how to communicate with students based on their individual needs and backgrounds. In order to ensure schools provide the best English language education possible, they must examine and apply innovative research in the field. Intercultural Communication and Ubiquitous Learning in Multimodal English Language Education reviews and reports the current research methods and theoretical advances in English language learning linked to applied technologies and action research. The book considers the most innovative approaches to English language education from an intercultural and communicative perspective that covers key concepts such as collaborative ubiquitous learning and multimodal communication. Covering topics such as social networks, virtual environments, and intercultural awareness, this reference work is crucial for academicians, researchers, scholars, practitioners, instructors, and students.

Evolving Education
Evolving Education

Author: Katie Martin

Publisher: Impress, LP

Published: 2021-07-26

Total Pages: 212

ISBN-13: 9781948334341

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It's time to create a new normal. It's time to leave behind practices that don't best serve all learners and educators, and to prioritize what matters most: relationships, connection, purpose, flexibility, agency, and authentic learning. Education must evolve. Looking to learners will help us see what's working, what's challenging, and, ultimately, what's possible. To ensure that all of those learners thrive, we'll need to use insight from our own experiences, research from the field, and new tools and approaches to adapt our practices. In Evolving Education, Dr. Katie Martin advocates for a much-needed shift to a learner-centered teaching model. Learner-centered education creates purposeful, personalized, authentic, and competency-based experiences that help students develop skills that empower them to learn, grow, and solve problems that matter to them and others. Following on Martin's previous book, Learner-Centered Innovation, Evolving Education offers a deeper dive into how educators can harness new technologies, learning sciences, and pedagogy that center learners and learning. After all, Martin argues, if we truly want to develop knowledge, habits, and skills in students, we have to know them, love them, and help them see the full beauty of who they are and what they can become. Endorsements "Evolving Education clearly articulates how to redefine success, create powerful learning experiences, and support them with enabling conditions. This would make a great book study for any school faculty or community group." -Tom Vander Ark, CEO of Getting Smart "Katie Martin absolutely nailed it in Evolving Education. A learner-centered paradigm requires that we examine beliefs and biases and disrupt systems that do not serve each and every learner. This work requires innovation, creativity, flexibility, and heart. This book is the perfect mix of incredible storytelling, inspiration, and concrete strategy." -Katie Novak, EdD, author of UDL and Blended Learning

Utilizing Emotional Experience for Best Learning Design Practices
Utilizing Emotional Experience for Best Learning Design Practices

Author: Sniderman, Sarah

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2024-10-22

Total Pages: 636

ISBN-13:

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Despite growing recognition of the impact of emotions on adult learning, academics and practitioners in our field still often overlook its critical role. Traditional approaches focus heavily on cognitive outcomes, neglecting the affective components of meaningful and relevant learning and development. This leaves learners ill-equipped to navigate the emotional challenges inherent in the process, hindering their ability to achieve their goals. The book, Utilizing Emotional Experience for Best Learning Design Practices, draws on extensive research and practical experience to explore many different perspectives on this issue. It argues that the emotional experience of learners must be considered throughout the design of educational models, tools, and programs, and it provides theoretical and applied insights for integrating emotional learning goals and strategies into instructional design, enabling educators to create more supportive and effective learning environments. By bridging the gap between theory and practice, this book empowers learning professionals to enhance the emotional experiences of adult learners and improve their overall outcomes. Through a nuanced exploration of emotional foundations, theoretical frameworks, and practical strategies, it equips educators with the tools to address the affective needs of learners. Utilizing Emotional Experience for Best Learning Design Practices is a vital resource for transforming adult education, fostering a more holistic and empowering approach to learning and development.

Handbook of Research on Teaching in Multicultural and Multilingual Contexts
Handbook of Research on Teaching in Multicultural and Multilingual Contexts

Author: Charamba, Erasmos

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2022-06-24

Total Pages: 624

ISBN-13: 1668450356

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Several factors have resulted in increased intra- and inter-state migration. This has led to an increase in the enrollment of students with diverse linguistics backgrounds, placing more academic demands on educators. Linguistic diversity presents both opportunities and challenges for educators across the educational spectrum. Language ideologies profoundly shape and constrain the use of language as a resource for learning in multilingual or linguistically diverse classrooms. While English has become the world language, most communities remain, and are becoming more and more multicultural, multilingual, and diverse. The Handbook of Research on Teaching in Multicultural and Multilingual Contexts moves beyond the constraints of current language ideologies and enables the use of a wide range of resources from local semiotic repertoires. It examines the phenomenon of language use, language teaching, multiculturalism, and multilingualism in different learning areas, giving practitioners a voice to spotlight their efforts in order to keep their teaching afloat in culturally and linguistically diverse situations. Covering topics such as Indigenous languages, multilingual deaf communities, and intercultural competence, this major reference work is an essential resource for educators of both K-12 and higher education, pre-service teachers, educational psychologists, linguists, education administrators and policymakers, government officials, researchers, and academicians.

Didactic Strategies and Resources for Innovative Geography Teaching
Didactic Strategies and Resources for Innovative Geography Teaching

Author: García de la Vega, Alfonso

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2022-06-10

Total Pages: 347

ISBN-13: 1799896005

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Education has undergone a series of changes based on the new technologies, strategies, and best practices that have been developed in recent years. Specifically, the way various subjects are taught has developed considerably as education turns toward a more digital approach. Geography education is no different and has had to adjust to these innovative practices in order to provide students with the best possible curricula. Didactic Strategies and Resources for Innovative Geography Teaching presents educational strategies and resources to promote cross-disciplinary approaches to teaching geographic knowledge and skills. The book also discusses how geography education boosts essential cognitive and attitudinal processes in personal development, fosters critical thinking, and builds a society committed to its environment. Covering key topics such as mobile learning, natural learning environments, and geographic information systems, this reference work is ideal for teachers, geographers, researchers, scholars, academicians, practitioners, instructors, and students.