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What's the Use of Lectures?: First U.S. Edition of the Classic Work on Lecturing

Donald A. Bligh

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Description:What's the Use of Lectures? is an indispensable guide for anyone who aspires to be a skilled lecturer and teacher. It examines the nature of teaching and learning in a classroom lecture—describing how students learn, how much knowledge they retain, and how to enhance their attention and motivation. Topics include taking notes, using handouts, practicing different formats and styles, obtaining feedback, overcoming difficulties, evaluating the lecture, and testing alternative methods when lecturing is not adequate. Teachers at every level will find straightforward and detailed advice to help improve their lectures."A comprehensive guide to the uses and possible abuses of the lecture method. Supported by copious research, Bligh offers a wealth of practical suggestions for making lectures more engaging and effective. Written in an accessible and helpful style, What's the Use of Lectures? should be required reading for all college teachers who use this method."—Stephen Brookfield, Distinguished Professor, University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, Minnesota"A rewarding read for anyone who lectures—experienced or not. I wish we had a book this engaging and this informative on every element of the teaching art."—Michele Marincovich, assistant vice provost and director, Center for Teaching and Learning, Stanford University"A source of great insight for people who teach.... Bligh has spent more time and energy than anyone else in coming to terms with a task that bothers many teachers and trainers.... His research is impeccable and his conclusions are immensely practical. The new edition will be much welcomed."—Alex Main, founding coordinator of Academic Staff Development for the British Universities, Murdoch University, AustraliaWe have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with What's the Use of Lectures?: First U.S. Edition of the Classic Work on Lecturing. To get started finding What's the Use of Lectures?: First U.S. Edition of the Classic Work on Lecturing, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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Description: What's the Use of Lectures? is an indispensable guide for anyone who aspires to be a skilled lecturer and teacher. It examines the nature of teaching and learning in a classroom lecture—describing how students learn, how much knowledge they retain, and how to enhance their attention and motivation. Topics include taking notes, using handouts, practicing different formats and styles, obtaining feedback, overcoming difficulties, evaluating the lecture, and testing alternative methods when lecturing is not adequate. Teachers at every level will find straightforward and detailed advice to help improve their lectures."A comprehensive guide to the uses and possible abuses of the lecture method. Supported by copious research, Bligh offers a wealth of practical suggestions for making lectures more engaging and effective. Written in an accessible and helpful style, What's the Use of Lectures? should be required reading for all college teachers who use this method."—Stephen Brookfield, Distinguished Professor, University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, Minnesota"A rewarding read for anyone who lectures—experienced or not. I wish we had a book this engaging and this informative on every element of the teaching art."—Michele Marincovich, assistant vice provost and director, Center for Teaching and Learning, Stanford University"A source of great insight for people who teach.... Bligh has spent more time and energy than anyone else in coming to terms with a task that bothers many teachers and trainers.... His research is impeccable and his conclusions are immensely practical. The new edition will be much welcomed."—Alex Main, founding coordinator of Academic Staff Development for the British Universities, Murdoch University, AustraliaWe have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with What's the Use of Lectures?: First U.S. Edition of the Classic Work on Lecturing. To get started finding What's the Use of Lectures?: First U.S. Edition of the Classic Work on Lecturing, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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