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Taking Learning To Task: Creative Strategies For Teaching Adults
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Reading This Wonderful Book Is Like Having Jane Vella At Your Side. She Gives Us The Courage To Risk Changing Our Established Habits Of Teaching.Clifford Baden, Director Of Programs For Professional Education, Harvard UniversityBy Marrying Theory And Practice, Vella Has Shown How To Design Learning That Takes Hold Of The Learnermind, Heart, And Muscles.Jack Mccall, Professor, Principals' Executive Program, University Of North Carolina, Chapel HillYou'Ll Feel As Though You'Ve Found The Keys To Creating Profound And Powerfully Effective Learning Experiences. Anyone Responsible For Engaging A Group Of Adults In Learning Will Find This Book Invaluable!Rod Brooks, Vice President For Administration, Explorisknown For Her Work In Popular Education And Her Worldwide Teaching Experience, Jane Vella Has Significantly Changed The Way We View Adult Learning. In Her Three Bestselling Bookslearning To Listen, Learning To Teach, Training Through Dialogue, And How Do They Know They Know?She Writes With One Basic Assumption: That Learning Is Most Effective When Teachers Involve Their Students In The Learning Process.In Taking Learning To Task, Vella Shifts The Spotlight From Teaching Tasks To Learning Tasks. Unlike Traditional Teaching Methods, Learning Tasks Are Open Questions Leading To Open Dialogue Between Teacher And Learner. To Illustrate This Unique Approach, Vella Provides Seven Steps To Planning Learningcentered Courses, Four Types Of Learning Tasks, A Checklist Of Principles And Practices, Critical Questions For Instructional Design, Key Components For Evaluation, And Other Tools. She Also Shares Realworld Examples Of Successful Learning Programs, Including Online And Distancelearning Courses. Taking Learning To Task Is A Handson, Practical Guide To Designing Effective Learning Tasks For Diverse Learners And Diverse Content. Teachers, Trainers, And All Types Of Instructors Will Find A Wealth Of Advice For Refining Their Daytoday Practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Taking Learning to Task'? A: 'Taking Learning to Task' primarily focuses on shifting the emphasis from traditional teaching tasks to learning tasks that encourage open dialogue and engagement between teachers and adult learners.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Taking Learning to Task' is Jane Kathryn Vella, known for her contributions to popular education and adult learning.
- Q: What are some key features of the book? A: Key features of the book include practical tools for designing learning-centered courses, seven steps for planning, types of learning tasks, and real-world examples of effective learning programs.
- Q: Is this book suitable for new educators? A: 'Taking Learning to Task' is suitable for both new and experienced educators, as it provides valuable insights and practical strategies for engaging adult learners.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Taking Learning to Task' contains 176 pages, providing a comprehensive overview of effective learning strategies.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New', meaning it is in excellent condition and has not been previously owned.
- Q: When was 'Taking Learning to Task' published? A: 'Taking Learning to Task' was published on August 1, 2000.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book features a hardcover binding, which enhances its durability and presentation.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'Taking Learning to Task' falls under the category of Adult & Continuing Education, making it ideal for educators in those fields.
- Q: Can this book be used for online learning course design? A: Yes, the book includes examples and tools that are applicable for designing both online and distance-learning courses.