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Teaching & Learning book reviews

As we continue to grow our practice, knowledge, and pedagogy base, it is important to share what we are doing to continue our scholarship. The following books are currently being read by some UNC FYE 108 Faculty and Instructors, and soon there will be book reviews for each of the books listed below. If you would like to submit a review of a book on this list, or another book related to teaching and learning, please send your review to Robert.Umbaugh@unco.edu.


Learning Communities: Reforming Undergraduate Education (Jossey-Bass Higher and Adult Education Series)
Learning Communities: Reforming Undergraduate Education (Jossey-Bass Higher and Adult Education Series) by Barbara Leigh Smith, Jean MacGregor, Roberta Matthews, and Faith Gabelnick (Hardcover - Sep 8, 2004)

 

Creating Significant Learning Experiences: An Integrated Approach to Designing College Courses (Jossey Bass Higher and Adult Education Series)

Creating Significant Learning Experiences: An Integrated Approach to Designing College Courses (Jossey Bass Higher and Adult Education Series) by L. Dee Fink (Hardcover - Mar 6, 2003)

 

The Skillful Teacher: On Technique, Trust, and Responsiveness in the Classroom

The Skillful Teacher: On Technique, Trust, and Responsiveness in the Classroom by Stephen D. Brookfield (Hardcover - Sep 18, 2006)

 

The Joy of Teaching: A Practical Guide for New College Instructors (H. Eugene and Lillian Youngs Lehman)

The Joy of Teaching: A Practical Guide for New College Instructors (H. Eugene and Lillian Youngs Lehman) by Peter Filene and Ken Bain (Paperback - Feb 16, 2005)

 

Teaching at Its Best: A Research-Based Resource for College Instructors (JB - Anker Series)

Teaching at Its Best: A Research-Based Resource for College Instructors (JB - Anker Series) by Linda B. Nilson (Paperback - April 25, 2007)

 

Learner-Centered Teaching: Five Key Changes to Practice

Learner-Centered Teaching: Five Key Changes to Practice by Maryellen Weimer (Hardcover - Jul 8, 2002)

 

Let Your Life Speak: Listening for the Voice of Vocation

Let Your Life Speak: Listening for the Voice of Vocation by Parker J. Palmer (Hardcover - Sep 10, 1999)

 

The Courage to Teach: Exploring the Inner Landscape of a Teacher's Life

The Courage to Teach: Exploring the Inner Landscape of a Teacher's Life by Parker J. Palmer (Hardcover - Aug 17, 2007)