Discipline-Centered Learning Communities

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Take an in depth look at discipline-centered learningcommunities. Using psychology as an example, thisissue provides prescriptive advice for those interested indeveloping a learning community in any academic discipline orprogram. Learning communities are a powerful vehicle for creatingand sustaining connections among students, faculty, and thecurriculum, but creating one can be a challenge. By providingresources, practical case studies, and theoretical grounding, thisvolume can both inspire and guide faculty, staff, andadministrators in meeting their pedagogical and curriculargoals. Learn how the five types of learning communities--basedcurricularly, residentially, in the classroom, on the studentsthemselves, and even virtually--can be used to enhance studentengagement and learning. Illustrating the versatility of thepractice across a wide range of settings, student populations, andinstitutional types, this issue also contains an extensive listingof resources that go beyond disciplinary boundaries and openpossibilities for all in higher education. This is the 132nd volume of this Jossey-Bass highereducation series. New Directions for Teaching andLearning offers a comprehensive range of ideas andtechniques for improving college teaching based on the experienceof seasoned instructors and the latest findings of educational andpsychological researchers.

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