Teaching Adults: A Practical Guide for New Teachers - Ralph G. Brockett

Descriere Teaching Adults: A Practical Guide for New Teachers - Ralph G. Brockett

A highly practical guide for new instructors teaching in any setting \nRegardless of the context, teaching is a tall task--and for those teaching adults, unique challenges await. Teaching Adults: A Practical Guide for New Teachers is chock-full of ideas that can be read quickly and implemented immediately in formal and informal settings, in classrooms and workplaces; in short, wherever adults are learning.\n \nWritten with straightforward language that eschews jargon, yet grounded in theory, research, and practice in adult education, the book will benefit readers who have not previously been exposed to these ideas as well as more experienced teachers who seek new ways to reach adult learners. The book will serve as a resource to revisit from time to time as readers face new challenges and questions in teaching adults.\n \nReaders will delve into to a variety of topics, including: \n \n- A general teaching framework, including the author's four keys to effective teaching \n- An in-depth exploration of the primary components of effective teaching \n- An examination of the unique challenges involved with teaching adults, including how to best create a positive learning environment, overcoming resistance to learning, motivation techniques, and dealing with difficult or disruptive learners \nThe book elucidates the techniques required to connect with adult learners and provide instruction that is specifically tailored to the unique learning needs of these students.\n

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Brand

Jossey-bass

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ENSTK

EAN / GTIN

9781118903414

Magazine

1

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