Large Lecture Classes offer a unique set of opportunities and challenges. Large lecture instructors often search out or develop ways for maintaining student interest, presenting information effectively by providing it in a number of different frameworks, encouraging active involvement, and developing a sense of community.
CIDR Resources
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CIDR Teaching and Learning Bulletin Teaching and Learning in Sections and Labs |
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Consult with CIDR CIDR consultants are available to meet with you and discuss your questions about teaching large lecture classes. See our Consulting pages on exploring teaching issues, designing courses and assignments, and collecting student feedback for more information. To schedule a consultation, call 206-543-6588, or contact us by email to arrange an appointment. |
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Available in the CIDR Reading Room Bridges, G. S., & Desmond, S. (Eds.). (2000). Teaching and learning in large classes. New York: American Sociological Association. MacGregor, J., Cooper, J. L., Smith, K.A., & Robinson, P. (Eds.). (2000). New Directions for Teaching and Learning: No, 81.Strategies for energizing large classes: From small groups to learning communities. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass. McKeachie, W. J., & Svinicki, M. (2006). Teaching large classes (You can still get active learning!). In W. J. McKeachie & M. Svinicki (Eds.), Teaching Tips: Strategies, research, and theory for college and university teachers (12th ed., pp. 254-265). Boston: Houghton Mifflin. Stanley, C. A., & Porter, M. E. (2002). Engaging large classes: Strategies and techniques for college faculty. Bolton, MA: Anker. |







