Developing Teaching Style in Adult Education

Joe E. Heimlich (Author), Emmalou Norland (Author)

9780787900137, Wiley

Hardback, published 22 August 1994

288 pages
24.2 x 15.6 x 2.5 cm, 0.531 kg

"It's impossible to read this book without reflecting on your own teaching style. Heimlich and Norland have achieved a rare blend of theory and practice in producing a book that sheds new light on teaching adults." (Susan Imel, director, ERIC Clearinghouse on Adult, Career, and Vocational Education)

Presenting numerous activities--for both individuals and groups--designed to foster self-knowledge and growth in teaching, the authors examine the primary elements of the teaching-learning exchange. Valuable special resources, including scales for measuring beliefs and values about teaching describes individual teaching styles.

EXPLORING THE PERSONAL SIDE OF TEACHING.

Relating Personal Growth and Teaching Style.

Understanding Basic Concepts of Teaching and Learning.

Analyzing the Instructional Process.

REFLECTING ON THE TEACHING AND LEARNING EXCHANGE.

Content.

Environment.

The Teacher.

The Learning Community.

The Learner.

INTEGRATING TEACHING CONCEPTS WITH TEACHING STYLE.

Matching Methods to Teaching Style.

Developing a Personal Style.

Subject Areas: Education [JN]