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Direct linkBuskist, William; Groccia, James E. – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 2011
The purpose of assembling this "New Directions in Teaching and Learning" volume was to introduce college and university teachers to a broad range of approaches that reflect evidence-based teaching (EBT). As each of the preceding chapters has shown, EBT not only can increase student learning across a variety of measures, it also can increase…
Descriptors: Learner Engagement, Evidence, Educational Practices, Teaching Methods
Peer reviewedHalpern, Diane F.; Hakel, Milton D. – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 2002
Introduces the value of applying research findings about human learning to the design of instruction. Briefly summarizes the journal's other chapters. (EV)
Descriptors: College Instruction, Educational Research, Higher Education, Instructional Development
Peer reviewedMatlin, Margaret W. – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 2002
Following an introduction on the literature on cognitive psychology and pedagogy, provides an annotated bibliography listing several dozen resources that have explored how principles of cognitive psychology can be used to enhance college-level pedagogy. (EV)
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Cognitive Psychology, College Instruction, Educational Research
Peer reviewedCooper, James L.; Robinson, Pamela – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 2000
Identifies the problems and challenges of large lecture-class-format college classes and offers empirical and theoretical rationales for moving to approaches that emphasize small-group learning. Cites research showing small groups promote cognitive elaboration, enhance critical thinking, provide feedback, promote social and emotional development,…
Descriptors: Class Size, College Instruction, Higher Education, Instructional Development
