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"Sit & get" won't grow dendrites : 20 professional learning strategies that engage the adult brain / Marcia L. Tate.

Summary:

This practical handbook presents an approach to teaching adults based on research on brain-based learning, differentiated instruction, multiple intelligences and adult learning. Each strategy includes an explanation, multiple learning activities, and a section on guided reflection and application. It is intended as a professional development resource for anyone who teaches adults.

"This was a useful resource which reminded me of practical tactics to engage a class." – January 2011 Exemplary Literacy Materials Online Reviews.

"An easy to follow book with some practical ideas for the classroom." – June 2010 Exemplary Literacy Materials Online Reviews.

"This resource emphasizes the need for adult learners to be actively involved in the learning process. Teaching strategies are provided for a variety of learning styles. This book is intended for professional educators in a classroom setting, though some of the ideas may be of use to one-on-one tutors." – April 2010 Exemplary Literacy Materials Online Reviews.

"This was an excellent resource for lesson planning ideas. Each section of the book covers a different teaching strategy, how it works, why it works and theory behind it all. Each strategy is matched to the learning style it facilitates, and contains ideas for appropriate activities." – March 2010 Exemplary Literacy Materials Online Reviews.

Record details

ISBN: 0761931538 (cloth)
ISBN: 0761931546 (pbk.)
Physical Description: xxx, 131 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
Publisher: Thousand Oaks, Calif. : Corwin Press, c2004.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (p. 119-126) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Adult learning theory -- Brainstorming and discussion -- Drawing and artwork -- Field trips -- Games -- Graphic organizers -- Humor and celebration -- Manipulatives and models -- Metaphors, analogies, and similes -- Mnemonic devices -- Movement -- Music, rhythm, rhyme, and rap -- Project-based and problem-based instruction -- Reciprocal teaching, cooperative learning and peer coaching -- Role plays, drama, pantomimes -- Storytelling -- Technology -- Visualization -- Visuals -- Work study and action research -- Writing and reflection -- Professional learning designs.
Target Audience Note:	Reading level: Independent (Gr 8+).