Effective Learning and Teaching in Higher Education – serie

Written to meet the need of teachers, lecturers and tutors at all stages in their career, this is the authoritative handbook for anyone wanting to and understanding the key issues, best practices and new developments in the world of engineering education and training.The book is divided into sections which analyse what students should be learning, how they learn, and how the teaching and learning process and your own practice can be improved.With contributions from experts around the world and a wealth of innovative case study material, this book is an essential purchase for anyone teaching engineering today.The 'Effective Learning and Teaching in Higher Education' series deals with improving practice in higher education. Each title is written to meet the needs of those seeking professional accreditation and wishing to keep themselves up to date professionally.

Written to meet the need of teachers, lecturers and tutors at all stages in their career, this is the authoritative handbook for anyone wanting to and understanding the key issues, best practices and new developments in the world of engineering education and training.The book is divided into sections which analyse what students should be learning, how they learn, and how the teaching and learning process and your own practice can be improved.With contributions from experts around the world and a wealth of innovative case study material, this book is an essential purchase for anyone teaching engineering today.The 'Effective Learning and Teaching in Higher Education' series deals with improving practice in higher education. Each title is written to meet the needs of those seeking professional accreditation and wishing to keep themselves up to date professionally.

Written to meet the needs of teachers, lecturers, tutors and trainers, this is the essential guide to understanding the key issues in learning and teaching in social policy and social work - as well as related areas such as early childhood studies, youth and community work and probation studies.The field of social care is constantly changing, and this book acts an accessible introduction to all the core concerns that will be critical to teaching professionals working in the field today. Key areas covered include curriculum planning, design and delivery of teaching, assessment, promoting inclusion, e-learning and interprofessional practice. This book also aims to provide an international perspective, outlining innovative best practice from around the world.Written for undergraduate and postgraduate level teaching, less experienced teachers looking for authoritative, expert guidance will find this title indispensable, as will more experienced professionals seeking material for reflection.

Written to meet the needs of teachers, lecturers, tutors and trainers, this is the essential guide to understanding the key issues in learning and teaching in social policy and social work - as well as related areas such as early childhood studies, youth and community work and probation studies.The field of social care is constantly changing, and this book acts an accessible introduction to all the core concerns that will be critical to teaching professionals working in the field today. Key areas covered include curriculum planning, design and delivery of teaching, assessment, promoting inclusion, e-learning and interprofessional practice. This book also aims to provide an international perspective, outlining innovative best practice from around the world.Written for undergraduate and postgraduate level teaching, less experienced teachers looking for authoritative, expert guidance will find this title indispensable, as will more experienced professionals seeking material for reflection.

Written to meet the needs of teachers, lecturers and tutors, this is a comprehensive guide to understanding the key issues, best practices and new developments in learning and teaching in information and computer sciences in higher education.It covers a range of issues relating to teaching within the broad discipline of computing at under- and post-graduate level, including:* curriculum* assessment* links with industry* international perspectives* innovative techniques for teaching* effective use of ICT in teaching.Effective Learning and Teaching in Computing will be essential reading for less experienced teachers seeking authoritative guidance as well as experienced teachers seeking material for reflection and advice.

Written to meet the needs of teachers, lecturers and tutors, this is a comprehensive guide to understanding the key issues, best practices and new developments in learning and teaching in information and computer sciences in higher education.It covers a range of issues relating to teaching within the broad discipline of computing at under- and post-graduate level, including:* curriculum* assessment* links with industry* international perspectives* innovative techniques for teaching* effective use of ICT in teaching.Effective Learning and Teaching in Computing will be essential reading for less experienced teachers seeking authoritative guidance as well as experienced teachers seeking material for reflection and advice.

Effective Learning and Teaching in Modern Languages offers insights from the latest research into learning and teaching a language, and also outlines innovative teaching techniques, covering all the critical subjects including:the demands made of students and staff in modern languagesthe four language skillsassessment, grammar, vocabulary and translationtechnology-enhanced learningresidence abroadsubdisciplines such as business, area, cultural and literary studies, and linguisticsprofessional development.Providing both a clear overview of the discipline and a wealth of techniques, practical advice and useful resources, this book will be welcomed by lecturers or tutors new to the profession and experienced lecturers wanting to keep up with the latest developments and improve their students' learning.

Effective Learning and Teaching in Modern Languages offers insights from the latest research into learning and teaching a language, and also outlines innovative teaching techniques, covering all the critical subjects including:the demands made of students and staff in modern languagesthe four language skillsassessment, grammar, vocabulary and translationtechnology-enhanced learningresidence abroadsubdisciplines such as business, area, cultural and literary studies, and linguisticsprofessional development.Providing both a clear overview of the discipline and a wealth of techniques, practical advice and useful resources, this book will be welcomed by lecturers or tutors new to the profession and experienced lecturers wanting to keep up with the latest developments and improve their students' learning.

The Effective Learning and Teaching in Higher Education series is packed with up-to-date advice, guidance and expert opinion on teaching in the key subjects in higher education today, and is backed up by the authority of the Institute for Learning and Teaching. This book covers all of the key issues surrounding the effective teaching of maths- a key subject in its own right, and one that forms an important part of many other disciplines. The book includes contributions from a wide range of experts in the field, and has a broad and international perspective.

The Effective Learning and Teaching in Higher Education series is packed with up-to-date advice, guidance and expert opinion on teaching in the key subjects in higher education today, and is backed up by the authority of the Institute for Learning and Teaching. This book covers all of the key issues surrounding the effective teaching of maths- a key subject in its own right, and one that forms an important part of many other disciplines. The book includes contributions from a wide range of experts in the field, and has a broad and international perspective.

The Effective Learning and Teaching in Higher Education series will include over 20 volumes, each packed with up-to-date advice, guidance and expert opinion on teaching in the key subjects in higher education today and backed up by the authority of the Institute for Learning and Teaching.This book covers all of the key issues concerning the effective teaching in medical, dental and veterinary education. It includes contributions from a wide range of experts in the field, with a broad and international perspective. It includes material on teaching and the support of learning, effectively using learning materials and IT in clinical education, assessment, developing effective learning environments, developing reflective practice, and personal development.

Effective Learning and Teaching in Law will provide all law teaching professionals with practical, authoritative guidance and advice on the successful teaching of their subject in both university settings and as part of professional training and practice. Written to promote the development of and recognition of the professional role of the law teacher, this book will help educators equip law students of law with the intellectual and practical skills required to succeed in their studies. Key coverage includes assessment, the design and planning of learning activities, the use of IT in legal education and developing suitable learning environments.The book is edited by a leading team of legal educators for the UK Centre for Legal Education (UKCLE) at the University of Warwick, and includes expert contributions from leading figures in the field. It will be essential reading for anyone involved with legal education today and will be particularly relevant for those developing their teaching career, or seeking professional accreditation.