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How can we structure class time efficiently? How can we explain and lecture effectively? How can we help students master content? How can we make learning more real and lasting? <p>In this revised and greatly expanded 2nd edition of <i>Inspiring Active Learning</i>, educators Merrill Harmin and Melanie Toth provide answers to our fundamental teaching questions and show us how to transform our classrooms into communities of active, responsible learners. The authors present an array of research-based, teacher-tested strategies for managing our everyday responsibilities--from beginning a class to grading homework, from instructing large groups to promoting diligent seatwork, from motivating slackers to handling disruptors. These strategies focus on mutual respect, not bossiness; collaboration, not isolation; commitment to learning, not fear of failure; and the dignity of all, not praise or rewards for a few.</p> <p>Regardless of our level of experience or the grade or subject we teach, the active-learning approach helps us</p> <ul> <li>Perform routine teaching tasks more easily.</li> <li>Discover a higher level of teaching success and personal satisfaction.</li> <li>Establish a class

Author

Merrill Harmin; Melanie Toth; Thomson Gale (Firm)

Publisher

Association for Supervision & Curriculum Deve; Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development

Published

2006

Language

EN

ISBN

9786610928453

Subjects

Education, Management