Methods category: 10193 books
TechnologyBased Assessments for 21st Century Skills
Theoretical and Practical Implications from Modern Research
Language: English
Release Date: March 1, 2012
Creative problem solving, collaboration, and technology fluency are core skills requisite of any nation’s workforce that strives to be competitive in the 21st Century. Teaching these types of skills is an economic imperative, and assessment is a fundamental component of any pedagogical program....
by Jenifer Fox, Whitney Hoffman
Language: English
Release Date: August 2, 2011
Language: English
Release Date: August 2, 2011
Hundreds of useful ideas for meeting the needs of each child
The Differentiated Instruction Book of Lists is the definitive reference for DI for teachers in grades K-12. Ready for immediate use, it offers over 150 up-to-date lists for developing instructional materials, lesson planning, and...
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Language: English
Release Date: January 21, 2014
Language: English
Release Date: January 21, 2014
Online and Hybrid Learning Design Fundamentals covers the basic tasks associated with the systematic design of online and hybrid learning environments. The contributors emphasize the importance of, and illustrate methods for, aligning learner assessments to learning objectives, and they present a framework...
by Douglas J. Llewellyn
Language: English
Release Date: October 20, 2010
Language: English
Release Date: October 20, 2010
Ignite science learning with differentiated instruction
One type of science instruction does not fit all. Best-selling author Douglas Llewellyn gives teachers standards-based strategies for differentiating science education to more effectively meet the needs of all students. This book takes...
by Diane P. Casale-Giannola, Linda S. Green
Language: English
Release Date: January 24, 2011
Language: English
Release Date: January 24, 2011
Engage all learners with research-based strategies from acclaimed educators
Research indicates that students of all ages and demographics benefit from active learning methods. Award-winning educators Linda Schwartz Green and Diane Casale-Giannola connect research and application with more than...
Teaching for Learning
101 Intentionally Designed Educational Activities to Put Students on the Path to Success
Language: English
Release Date: August 27, 2015
Despite a growing body of research on teaching methods, instructors lack a comprehensive resource that highlights and synthesizes proven approaches. Teaching for Learning fills that gap. Each of the one hundred and one entries:
describes an approach and lists its essential features and elements
demonstrates...
Inclusion
Teachers' Perspectives and Practices
Language: English
Release Date: April 9, 2014
Inclusion: Teachers’ Perspectives and Practices delineates timely strategies that address teachers’ concerns regarding the inclusive environment. Prior research is amalgamated with author Faith Andreasen’s investigation to arm the reader with a variety of appropriate student supports with the...
Introduction to Architectural Science
The Basis of Sustainable Design
Language: English
Release Date: April 11, 2014
Now in its third edition, this book provides the ideal and only reference to the physical basis of architectural design.
Fully updated and expanded throughout, the book provides the data required for architects to design buildings that will maintain the users comfort in a variety of conditions,...
by Chris March
Language: English
Release Date: February 9, 2009
Language: English
Release Date: February 9, 2009
Students studying construction management and related subjects need to have a broad understanding of the major aspects of controlling the building processes. Operations Management for Construction is one of three textbooks (Business Organisation, Operations Management and Finance Control) written...
A New Look at the Interactive Writing Classroom
Methods, Strategies, and Activities to Engage Students
Language: English
Release Date: June 16, 2011
Teaching students how to write more effectively is a goal that English teachers of all levels share. How can you motivate your students to produce their best writing, think critically, and participate more actively in class? How can you conduct workshops in your classroom that create a more dynamic,...
Fierce Teaching
Purpose, Passion, and What Matters Most
Language: English
Release Date: July 17, 2008
Achieve consistent, positive teaching results using these brain-compatible methods that are readily adaptable to individual learning styles, aligned with current research, and applicable to all grade levels.
Global Perspectives on Mentoring
Transforming Contexts, Communities and Cultures
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2006
This book will examine mentoring from a global perspective in an effort to discover the commonalties and differences, not only in diverse fields of practice, but across a wide range of contextual Place your subscription or standing order today! settings. Each chapter of the book will contain an overview...
Inquiry and Innovation in the Classroom
Using 20% Time, Genius Hour, and PBL to Drive Student Success
Language: English
Release Date: June 5, 2014
Careers in the 21st century are changing, but traditional education methods are not preparing students for these new jobs and demands. In this thought-provoking book, esteemed educator A.J. Juliani describes how we need to modify our classrooms to instill in students the drive for inquiry and innovation...
First Time in the College Classroom
A Guide for Teaching Assistants, Instructors, and New Professors at All Colleges and Universities
Language: English
Release Date: July 16, 2010
People who teach in higher education are subject matter specialists, but they often have little preparation in how to teach. This book presents the knowledge base of college teaching in a user-friendly, easy-to-read, yet well-researched format. From sample syllabi to the creation of an effective grading...