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Bligh, Donald What's the Use of Lectures? ISBN 13: 9781841500577

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How much is scientifically known about lecturing? Is the lecture method any use? What makes a lecture effective? Now in its sixth edition, this has been the standard text on lecturing technique for the thirty years following its first publication in 1971. The chapters have all been fully updated and extended to incorporate new issues facing education in the twenty-first century. The book: - details factors affecting the learning of information, - considers the techniques of lecturing (including organisation), - shows how to make specific points, use handouts, and obtain feedback, - discusses virtual teaching techniques for distance learning, - offers alternative approaches when lecturing is not appropriate. Using scientifially-controlled findings, this book confronts the accepted wisdo, to suggest that the lecture method can convey information; but it cannot be used effectively on its own to promote thought or to change and develop attitudes. Research also suggests that there are consistent differences in the effectiveness of individual lecturers. With such crucial information for lecturers and professional trainers at all levels of experience, this book will arouse great interest

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"In this long awaited American edition of his classic What′s the Use of Lectures?, Donald Bligh provides a comprehensive guide to the uses and possible abuses of the lecture method. Supported by copious research, Bligh offers a wealth of practical suggestions for making lectures more engaging and effective. Written in an accessible and helpful style, What′s the Use of Lectures? should be required reading for all college teachers who use this method." Stephen Brookfield, Distinguished Professor, University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, Minnesota

"Bligh combines decades of experience as a faculty developer and in–depth knowledge of the research literature to create a refreshing review of the advantages and disadvantages of lectures and a practical guide to making lectures more effective for students. This is a rewarding read for anyone who lectures––experienced or not. I wish we had a book this engaging and this informative on every element of the teaching art." Michele Marincovich, assistant vice provost and director, Center for Teaching and Learning, Stanford University

"What′s the Use of Lectures? continues to be one of the best sources for new lecturers (as well as old) who want their lecture classes to contribute maximally to student learning." W. J. McKeachie, professor emeritus, Department of Psychology, and research scientist emeritus, Center for Research on Learning and Teaching, University of Michigan

"This very readable book will be a source of great insight for people who teach. Donald Bligh has spent more time and energy than anyone else in coming to terms with a task that bothers many teachers and trainers. He offers a well–structured perspective on one of the core activities in higher education. His research is impeccable and his conclusions are immensely practical. The new edition will be much welcomed." Alex Main, founding coordinator of Academic Staff Development for the British Universities, Murdoch University, Australia

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  • PublisherIntellect Books
  • Publication date2002
  • ISBN 10 1841500577
  • ISBN 13 9781841500577
  • BindingHardcover
  • Edition number6
  • Number of pages320
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