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What The Best College Teachers Do: A Guide for Faculty, Students, and Administrators

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College teaching is a complex and demanding profession. Effective college teachers must be able to engage students, motivate them to learn, and help them develop critical thinking skills. They must also be able to create a positive and supportive learning environment.

What the Best College Teachers Do

by Ken Bain

4.5 out of 5

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In What The Best College Teachers Do, Ken Bain offers a comprehensive guide to effective college teaching. Based on his extensive research, Bain identifies the seven essential practices of the best college teachers:

They create a clear and challenging learning environment.
They encourage active learning.
They provide prompt and specific feedback.
They respect diversity.
They are enthusiastic about their subject matter.
They are committed to continuous improvement.
They are role models for their students.

Bain provides detailed advice on how to implement these practices in the classroom. He also includes case studies of effective college teachers and offers tips for faculty development. What The Best College Teachers Do is an essential resource for all faculty members, students, and administrators who want to improve the quality of teaching and learning in higher education.

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"What The Best College Teachers Do is a must-read for anyone who cares about the quality of teaching in higher education. Ken Bain provides a wealth of practical advice based on his extensive research. This book is essential reading for faculty members, students, and administrators who want to improve the teaching and learning experience."

-Lee Shulman, President Emeritus, The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching

"Ken Bain has written a definitive guide to effective college teaching. What The Best College Teachers Do is a treasure trove of practical advice and insights. This book is a must-read for all who are involved in higher education."

-Ernest Boyer, President Emeritus, The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching

About the Author

Ken Bain is a Professor of Education at Vanderbilt University. He is the author of several books on teaching and learning, including What The Best College Students Do and The Art of College Teaching.

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What the Best College Teachers Do

by Ken Bain

4.5 out of 5