New Books: College Teaching and Learning

“Every college professor should read this book. It is useful, accessible, lively, and humorous. It is not ideological or pedantic, but is instead a practical guide to becoming a better professor for those of us who never desired to read a book about pedagogy.” (David Arnold, Columbia Basin College)

Geeky Pedagogy: A Guide for Intellectuals, Introverts, and Nerds Who Want to Be Effective Teachers by Jessamyn Neuhaus: LB2331 .N424 2019

“Gooblar adds his voice to a growing chorus questioning the absence of systematic pedagogical training of the professoriate in higher education. With deep empathy for emerging educators and an unwavering focus on students, Gooblar offers a guide towards cultivating a collaborative, active, and inclusive classroom.” (Kimberly Tanner, San Francisco State University)

The Missing Course: Everything They Never Taught You about College Teaching by David Gooblar: LB1778 .G655 2019

Cheating in College is a valuable read that allows educators of all disciplines to gain much-needed insight into the numerous complex issues related to student cheating. It also offers readers concrete and easy to follow tips on how to work to reduce the prevalence of cheating in their classrooms and campuses.” (Academy of Management Learning & Education)

Cheating in College: Why Students Do It and What Educators Can Do about it by Donald L. McCabe, Kenneth D. Butterfield, Linda K. Trevino: LB3609 .M27 2017

“This powerful book beautifully merges data and anecdote to explain that for far too many, college is not a gateway, but a trap. We as a society can and must do better, and The College Dropout Scandal shows us how.” (Wes Moore, bestselling author)

The College Dropout Scandal by David Kirp: LC148.15 .K57 2019

“For anyone teaching online—novice or seasoned—Small Teaching Online is a must-read! Darby expertly combines educational research and her expertise as an instructional designer to suggest practical solutions to challenges faced in the online environment in bite-sized chunks that don’t overwhelm.” (Mel Young, Teaching and Learning Innovation Hub, Cambrian College)

Small Teaching Online: Applying Learning Sciences in Online Classes by Flower Darby: LB1028.5 .D322 2019

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