Learning to Teach in Higher Education - Hardcover

Ramsden, Paul

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0415303443 ISBN 13: 9780415303446

Publisher: Routledge, 2003

Synopsis

This bestselling book is a unique introduction to the practice of university teaching and its underlying theory. This new edition has been fully revised and updated in view of the extensive changes which have taken place in higher education over the last decade and includes new material on the higher education context, evaluation and staff development.
The first part of the book provides an outline of the experience of teaching and learning from the student's point of view, out of which grows a set of prinicples for effective teaching in higher education. Part two shows how these ideas can enhance educational standards, looking in particular at four key areas facing every teacher in higher education:
* Organising the content of undergraduate courses
* Selecting teaching methods
* Assessing student learning
* Evaluating the effectivenesss of teaching.
Case studies of exemplary teaching are used throughout to connect ideas to practice and to illustrate how to ensure better student learning. The final part of the book looks in more detail at appraisal, performance indicators, accountability and educational development and training. The book is essential reading for new and experienced lecturers, particularly those following formal programmes in university teaching, such as courses leading to ILT accreditation.

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Learning to Teach in Higher Education This bestselling book is a unique introduction to the practice of university teaching and its underlying theory. This new edition has been fully revised and updated in view of the extensive changes which have taken place in higher education. Full description

From the Author:

My book is one of the world’s most popular texts on university teaching. Search on Google to read people’s reactions to it and to see how much they recommend it.

Such a lot has changed in UK higher education since the book came out in 1992 that a second edition was needed. Here it is, with additional case studies, updated research evidence, and suggestions for further reading. There are fully revised chapters on quality, teaching methods, evaluation and academic development. I have added material on managing and rewarding good teaching as well. I hope you enjoy reading it.

About this edition

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0415303443
• ISBN 13: 9780415303446
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 288