Small Teaching: Everyday Lessons from the Science of Learning

There's nothing new here in terms of approaches to teaching—James Lang is clear that he is providing a synthesis of many recent works on the science of learning as opposed to presenting any dramatically new insights. However, Lang's work is useful inasmuch as he takes various theoretical approaches and provides practical tips for their implementation in the college classroom. Small Teaching is broken up into many small units, making it easy to dip back into for inspiration over the course of the academic year.

"Small Teaching" by James Lang is filled with simple practices that can be inserted into existing course designs to improve student learning outcomes at the college level. There is no need for massive course redesign to implement Lang’s tested recommendations. He has purposely focused on actions that can be implemented tomorrow. All his practices are based on research. Chapters include the theories, practices, and principles needed to address the means to enhance student knowledge, understanding, motivation, growth, and more. This is a practical resource that faculty will refer to often as they strive to further the learning of their students.

An easy read with compelling examples, carefully selected research as evidence and teaching ideas that can be implemented, some easily, some with more effort, but all without having to redesign the entire course. If you teach, the book should interest you.

Good book on best practices in learning for higher education.

Very relevant with a lot of ideas supported by research on learning.