"we have expanded from seven to eight principles, which has allowed us to delve more deeply into the social and emotional components of learning. A brand new chapter (Chapter 1) explores individual differences among learners, and the intersections of identities and backgrounds that shape how students enter, respond to, and shape the learning environment. A reworked chapter (Chapter 7) investigates more fully the ways that instructors can shape the climate of their courses to make students feel included or marginalized -- and the implications for learning and performance. Across all eight principles, we updated the research previously discussed while integrating new areas of research. Wherever possible, we applied a diversity, equity, and inclusion lens, exploring issues of power, identity, and belonging as they relate to teaching and learning. We have also referenced a broader range of institution types and student populations than in the previous edition, and incorporated case studies and strategies relevant to emerging educational technologies and online and hybrid learning modalities."--
Apply these eight learning principles for more effective teaching As educators in the ever-evolving landscape of higher education, we are continuously challenged to keep our courses effective, engaging, relevant, and inclusive. The updated and expanded second edition of How Learning Works can help! It incorporates the latest research, provides a wider range of strategies, and adds a new principle to your toolkit.
Readers will find eight essential learning principles that distill the overwhelming research literature into:
- Real-world teaching and learning scenarios
- Examples that reflect a diverse set of teaching environments and learner populations
- 150 practical strategies you can apply to your teaching context
With these practical, broadly applicable insights, you can:
- Understand why your successful teaching approaches work
- Solve common teaching and learning problems
- Adapt your teaching to new modalities (e.g., online, hybrid) and challenges
- Ground your innovations in evidence-based practice
Based on research from cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, education, anthropology, and morethis book makes learning work
for you and your students.