<p>"<em>Keeping Us Engaged</em> is an inspiring and practical book that encourages faculty to implement practices that motivate students, deepen learning, and lower barriers to learning. The student stories that accompany each of the research-based strategies are powerful and moving, illustrating clearly the impact on students’ learning and lives that engaged teaching can have."</p><p><b>Stephanie Laggini Fiore</b>, <i>Associate Vice Provost and Senior Director, Center for the Advancement of Teaching, Temple University, USA</i></p><p>"The second edition of <i>Keeping Us Engaged</i> builds on the strength of the first edition by providing relevant and more evidence-based strategies that promote higher levels of belonging, equity, and inclusion. The presence of student voices through their lived experiences adds to the value and importance of why this book is a must read for all educators."</p><p><b>Tia McNair</b>, <i>Partner, Sova</i></p><p>"In this essential second edition of <i>Keeping Us Engaged</i>, Dr. Christine Harrington masterfully synthesizes decades of research to offer a comprehensive guide for fostering student success through meaningful engagement. From early interactions to innovative assignments and effective feedback strategies, this book provides educators with practical, evidence-based tools to transform their teaching practice. <em>Keeping Us Engaged</em> is an indispensable resource for faculty committed to creating inclusive, motivating learning environments that empower all students to be academically successful."</p><p><b>Edward J Leach</b>, <i>Executive Director, NISOD</i></p><p>"<i>Keeping Us Engaged</i> (2nd ed.) offers a must-read guide for college/university educators looking to re-invigorate their classrooms and reignite learner engagement. Harrington combines relevant research with practical strategies to foster meaningful learning experiences in higher education contexts. Whether you're a seasoned professor or new to teaching, you'll find actionable insights and innovative ideas to transform your approach and inspire your students."</p><p><b>Laura Dorsey-Elson</b>, <i>Director, Center for Innovative Instruction and Scholarship, Morgan State University, USA</i></p><p>"This book is an invaluable resource for educators dedicated to creating inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environments. The author’s practical strategies and heartfelt advice are grounded in extensive research and real-world experience, making them both effective and easy to implement. From the importance of building rapport with students to innovative teaching methods, this book covers it all. This book is a must-read for anyone committed to enhancing student engagement, fostering a sense of belonging, and promoting academic success. Highly recommended!"</p><p><b>Peggy Hsieh</b>, <i>Professor and Assistant Dean for Educator Development, UTHealth Houston, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston McGovern Medical School, USA</i></p><p>"Harrington and her student contributors shed light on the important fundamentals of teaching that all faculty need to consider. This is an important and compelling contribution to the teaching and learning literature. What better way to know what matters to students than to hear right from their own voices!"</p><p><b>Dan Friedman</b>, <i>Assistant Vice President, University 101 Programs & National Resource Center for the First-Year Experience and Students in Transition, University of South Carolina, USA</i></p>

This revised edition of Keeping Us Engaged centers on in-classroom instruction, offering fresh student perspectives on how faculty can maximize engagement when teaching in person.Harrington expertly pairs all new student narratives – a signature feature of this much-loved volume – with easy-to-implement strategies that faculty can use to shift perspectives, strengthen connections with course material, and deepen learning. Topics range from starting positive on the first day of class to developing authentic assignments that push boundaries and giving compassionate, constructive feedback, among other key areas. Each chapter is accompanied by sharply perceptive reflection prompts ideal for individual use or in faculty book groups and professional development workshops.Firmly grounded in active learning principles and enthusiastically endorsed by the learners themselves, this book is an essential resource for all faculty looking to better engage students in traditional face-to-face classroom instruction.
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This revised edition of Keeping Us Engaged centers on in-classroom instruction, offering fresh student perspectives on how faculty can maximize engagement when teaching in person.
Introduction 1. Early Actions 2. The Power of Professor-Student Relationships 3. Teaching Strategies 4. Assignments 5. Feedback
"Keeping Us Engaged is an inspiring and practical book that encourages faculty to implement practices that motivate students, deepen learning, and lower barriers to learning. The student stories that accompany each of the research-based strategies are powerful and moving, illustrating clearly the impact on students’ learning and lives that engaged teaching can have."Stephanie Laggini Fiore, Associate Vice Provost and Senior Director, Center for the Advancement of Teaching, Temple University, USA"The second edition of Keeping Us Engaged builds on the strength of the first edition by providing relevant and more evidence-based strategies that promote higher levels of belonging, equity, and inclusion. The presence of student voices through their lived experiences adds to the value and importance of why this book is a must read for all educators."Tia McNair, Partner, Sova"In this essential second edition of Keeping Us Engaged, Dr. Christine Harrington masterfully synthesizes decades of research to offer a comprehensive guide for fostering student success through meaningful engagement. From early interactions to innovative assignments and effective feedback strategies, this book provides educators with practical, evidence-based tools to transform their teaching practice. Keeping Us Engaged is an indispensable resource for faculty committed to creating inclusive, motivating learning environments that empower all students to be academically successful."Edward J Leach, Executive Director, NISOD"Keeping Us Engaged (2nd ed.) offers a must-read guide for college/university educators looking to re-invigorate their classrooms and reignite learner engagement. Harrington combines relevant research with practical strategies to foster meaningful learning experiences in higher education contexts. Whether you're a seasoned professor or new to teaching, you'll find actionable insights and innovative ideas to transform your approach and inspire your students."Laura Dorsey-Elson, Director, Center for Innovative Instruction and Scholarship, Morgan State University, USA"This book is an invaluable resource for educators dedicated to creating inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environments. The author’s practical strategies and heartfelt advice are grounded in extensive research and real-world experience, making them both effective and easy to implement. From the importance of building rapport with students to innovative teaching methods, this book covers it all. This book is a must-read for anyone committed to enhancing student engagement, fostering a sense of belonging, and promoting academic success. Highly recommended!"Peggy Hsieh, Professor and Assistant Dean for Educator Development, UTHealth Houston, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston McGovern Medical School, USA"Harrington and her student contributors shed light on the important fundamentals of teaching that all faculty need to consider. This is an important and compelling contribution to the teaching and learning literature. What better way to know what matters to students than to hear right from their own voices!"Dan Friedman, Assistant Vice President, University 101 Programs & National Resource Center for the First-Year Experience and Students in Transition, University of South Carolina, USA
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781032789637
Publisert
2025-03-20
Utgave
2. utgave
Utgiver
Vendor
Routledge
Vekt
453 gr
Høyde
229 mm
Bredde
152 mm
Aldersnivå
U, P, 05, 06
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Innbundet
Antall sider
160

Om bidragsyterne

Christine Harrington is Professor in the Department of Advanced Studies, Leadership, and Policy at Morgan State University, USA, and a part-time lecturer at the master's level in the Department of Learning and Teaching at Rutgers University, USA. As an expert in teaching, learning, and student success, she has authored numerous acclaimed books and is frequently invited to present at colleges and universities.