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Teaching at Its Best

A Research-Based Resource for College Instructors

Linda B. Nilson, Todd D. Zakrajsek

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A complete, accessible, evidence-based guide to better teaching in higher education This higher education playbook provides a wealth of research-backed practices for nearly every aspect of effective teaching throughout higher education. It is filled with practical guidance and proven techniques designed to help you improve student learning, both face-to-face and online. Already a bestselling research-based toolbox written for college instructors of any experience level, Teaching at Its Best just got even better. What is new? A lot. For this updated 5th edition, Todd Zakrajsek joins Linda Nilson to create a powerful collaboration, drawing on nearly 90 combined years as internationally recognized faculty developers and faculty members. One of the most comprehensive books on effective teaching and learning, the 5th edition of Teaching at its Best brings new concepts, new research, and additional perspectives to teaching in higher education. In this book, you will find helpful advice on active learning, interactive lecturing, self-regulated learning, the science of learning, giving and receiving feedback, and so much more. Each chapter has been revised where necessary to reflect current higher education pedagogy and now includes two reflection questions and one application prompt to reflect on your teaching and stimulate peer discussions. * Discover the value of course design and how to write effective learning outcomes * Learn which educational technology is worthwhile and which is a waste of time * Create a welcoming classroom environment that boosts motivation * Explore detailed explanations of techniques, formats, activities, and exercises--both in person and online * Enjoy reading about teaching strategies and educational concepts Whether used as a resource for new and seasoned faculty, a guide for teaching assistants, or a tool to facilitate faculty development, this research-based book is highly regarded across all institutional types.

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--Janina Tosic, consultant, Center for Teaching and Learning, Ruhr West University of Applied Sciences
"Teaching At Its Best is a truly comprehensive resource for any teacher, faculty developer, or instructional designer to work on the why, what and how of teaching. It answers 99.9% of the questions we deal with in our daily practice to improve student learning, and weaves in current discussions around inclusivity, belonging, and community building - on site and online. This book will guide countless teachers to teach at their best!"
--Stacey S. Souther, Professor of Psychology and College-wide Faculty Development Coordinator, Cuyahoga Community College
"An essential and easy-to-use resource for novice and experienced faculty alike, Zakrajsek and Nilson's Teaching at its Best includes the opportunity for self-reflection as well as concrete teaching tips that are sure to increase student completion and success. The edition covers the newest developments in evidence-based teaching practices in important areas such as course design and development, along with immediately applicable techniques in crucially current areas such as classroom inclusivity, academic integrity, and preventing classroom incivility."
--C. Edward Watson, associate vice president for curricular and pedagogical innovation, American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U), and co-author of Teaching Naked Techniques: A Practical Guide to Designing Better Classes
"I have leveraged Teaching at Its Best in college teaching courses and faculty development settings since the second edition. This fifth edition offers a major leap forward, one that is deeply evidence-based, that will prove essential for higher education faculty as well as faculty developers who wish to improve teaching practice as well as student learning outcomes."
--Saundra Yancy McGuire, Ph.D., Director Emerita, Center for Academic Success, Professor Emerita of Chemistry & (Ret) Assistant Vice Chancellor, Louisiana State University
"Todd Zakrajsek has done a masterful job updating Linda Nilson's canonical research-based teaching resource. This edition includes invaluable information from new research findings and is a must read for everyone desiring to teach at their best and anyone who wants students to learn at their best."

Teaching at its Best is an absolute gem. Whether you are new to teaching in higher education or have been doing it for a while, you will find this book's evidence-based advice on a wide range of teaching issues to be very helpful. The style is engaging and the breadth is impressive. If you want to teach at your best, you should read Teaching at its Best. --Dan Levy, Senior Lecturer at Harvard University and author of "Teaching Effectively with Zoom"
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