Education : Higher

Bill Jason Priest is credited with developing and defining the Dallas County Community College District.Drawing from archives and numerous interviews with Priest and his personal and professional associates, this text presents the life of this notable figure in Texas education. more...

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Building Online Learning Communities further explores the development of virtual classroom environments that foster a sense of community and empower students to take charge of their learning to successfully achieve learning outcomes. This is the second edition of the groundbreaking book by Rena Palloff and Keith Pratt and has been completely updated and expanded to include the most current information on effective online course development and delivery. A practical, hands-on guide, this resource is filled with illustrative case studies, vignettes, and examples from a wide variety of successful online courses. The authors offer proven strategies for handling challenges that include:.:.; Engaging students in the formation of an online learning community.; Establishing a sense of presence online.; Maximizing participation.; Developing effective courses that include collaboration and reflection.; Assessing student performance. Written for faculty in any distance learning environment, this revised edition is based on the authorsâ?? many years of work in faculty development for online teaching as well as their extensive personal experience as faculty in online distance education. Rena M. Palloff and Keith Pratt share insights designed to guide readers through the steps of online course design and delivery. more...

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Why do some colleges exhibit higher student attrition than expected? This is the first work to present case studies based on specific institutions; it also adds an important voice from the students themselves on the practical concerns that affect attritio more...

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You’re no idiot, of course. You know that a college education is your ticket to a satisfying life and career. But when you think about the heavy workload, oddball professors, and having to decide what you want to be when you grow up - well, you'd rather stay home and watch Animal House. Take off that toga! Whether you're a high school senior in the application process or a college senior contemplating the real world (or the parent of a child stressed out about college), The Complete Idiot's Guide to College Survival can tell you how to not only survive but also thrive in college. more...

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Dee Fink poses a fundamental question for all teachers: 'How can I create courses that will provide significant learning experiences for my students?' In the process of addressing this question, he urges teachers to shift from a content-centered approach to a learning-centered approach that asks 'What kinds of learning will be significant for students, and how can I create a course that will result in that kind of learning?' more...

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