"Sit and Get" Won't Grow Dendrites; 20 Professional Learning Strategies That Engage the Adult Brain
by Marcia L. TateEdition: 2nd
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2012-06-20
Publisher(s): Corwin Pr
Other versions by this Author
List Price: $42.61
Buy New
Usually Ships in 8 - 10 Business Days.
$40.48
Rent Textbook
Select for Price
Rent Digital
$44.40*
Used Textbook
We're Sorry
Sold Out
Summary
This updated edition of the bestselling indispensable staff development resource draws on the latest research in brain-based learning, differentiated instruction, multiple intelligences, and adult learning. Includes sections on job-embedded practice, peer coaching, and action research, plus new strategies.
Table of Contents
| Preface | p. ix |
| Acknowledgments | p. xvii |
| About the Author | p. xix |
| Introduction: Adult Learning Theory | p. 1 |
| Brainstorming and Discussion | p. 11 |
| Drawing and Artwork | p. 21 |
| Field Trips | p. 25 |
| Games | p. 31 |
| Graphic Organizers, Semantic Maps, and Word Webs | p. 37 |
| Humor and Celebration | p. 47 |
| Manipulatives and Models | p. 53 |
| Metaphors, Analogies, and Similes | p. 59 |
| Mnemonic Devices | p. 65 |
| Movement | p. 71 |
| Music, Rhythm, Rhyme, and Rap | p. 79 |
| Project-Based and Problem-Based Instruction | p. 85 |
| Reciprocal Teaching, Cooperative Learning, and Peer Coaching | p. 89 |
| Role Plays, Drama, Pantomimes, and Charades | p. 95 |
| Storytelling | p. 101 |
| Technology | p. 105 |
| Visualization and Guided Imagery | p. 111 |
| Visuals | p. 115 |
| Work Study, Action Research, and Professional Learning Communities | p. 121 |
| Writing and Reflection | p. 127 |
| Professional Learning Lesson Design | p. 133 |
| Sample Professional Learning Lesson Designs | p. 141 |
| Tips for Making Your Professional Learning Unforgettable | p. 149 |
| Secrets for Looking Younger, Staying Healthier, and Living Longer | p. 153 |
| Bibliography | p. 155 |
| Index | p. 161 |
| Table of Contents provided by Ingram. All Rights Reserved. |
An electronic version of this book is available through VitalSource.
This book is viewable on PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, and most smartphones.
By purchasing, you will be able to view this book online, as well as download it, for the chosen number of days.
Digital License
You are licensing a digital product for a set duration. Durations are set forth in the product description, with "Lifetime" typically meaning five (5) years of online access and permanent download to a supported device. All licenses are non-transferable.
More details can be found here.
A downloadable version of this book is available through the eCampus Reader or compatible Adobe readers.
Applications are available on iOS, Android, PC, Mac, and Windows Mobile platforms.
Please view the compatibility matrix prior to purchase.