Teaching and Learning Center staff take great care in selecting published materials that faculty may find beneficial. Below is a list of books, chosen by TLC staff, that cover many areas of interest and concern to university faculty. These books are located in the stacks of the Z. Smith Reynolds Library and may be checked out through its Circulation Desk. Clicking on an items Title will take you to the WFU Z. Smith Reynolds Library's online catalog entry for the item. Clicking on the author will take you to the author's page in the online catalog so that you may see any other Library holdings.

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PRIMARY AUTHOR TITLE YEAR CALL NUMBER DESCRIPTION
Adler-Kassner, Linda Writing the Community: Concepts and Models for Srvice-Learning in Composition 1997 PE1405.U6 W758 1997 Effective use of service learning to facilitate writing courses
Amador, Jośe A. Practice of Problem-Based Learning: A Guide to Implementing PBL in the College Classroom 2006 LB1027.42 .A76 2006 Effective implementation of problem-based learning in the classroom
Angelo, Thomas A. Classroom Assessment and Research: An Update on Uses, Approaches, and Research Findings 1998 LB2822.75 .C55 1998 How effective assessment can facilitate student learning
Arreola, Raoul A.  Developing a Comprehensive Faculty Evaluation System… 2000 LB2333 .A77 2000 Methods for implemening university faculty evaluation systems
Bauer, Karen W. Campus Climate: Understanding the Critical Components of Today’s Colleges and Universities 1998 LB2322.2 .C36 1998 Techniques for  assessment of increasingly diverse student populations on university campuses
Baxter Magolda, M. Teaching to Promote Intellectual and Personal Maturity: Incorporating Students’ Worldviews, Identities into Learning Process 2000 LB1060 .T43 2000 Techniques to help students develop intellectually and personally
Bean, John C. Engaging ideas: The Professor’s Guide to Integrating Writing, Critical Thinking, Active Learning in the Classroom 1996 PE1404 .B35 1996 How teachers can encourage debate, inquiry, discussion
Becker, William E. Scholarship of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education: Contributions of Research Universities, The  2004 LB2326.3 .S37 2004 Positive aspects of combining research with teaching and learning
Berk, Ronald A. Humor as an Instructional Defibrillator: Evidence-Based Techniques 2002 LB1027 .B472 2002 Effective use of humor in education, and educational tests and measurements
Berk, Ronald A. Professors are from Mars, Students are from Snickers: How to Write and Deliver Humor in the Classroom 2003 LB2326 .B47 2003 Using humor effectively as a teaching tool in the college classroom
Berk, Ronald A. Thirteen Strategies to Measure College Teaching: Consumer’s Guide to Rating Scale Construction, Assessment, and Decision Making  2006 LB2333 .B47 2006 Rating and assessing college faculty
Bernstein, Daniel. Making Teaching and Learning Visible: Course Portfolios and the Peer Review of Teaching 2006 LB2333 .M27 2006 Effective uses of peer review, portfolios in education
Bérubé, Michael, What's Liberal About the Liberal Arts: Classroom Politics and "Bias" in Higher Education 2006 LA227.4 .B478 2006 Political correctness, liberalism in education
Bess, James L. Teaching Alone, Teaching Together: Transforming the Structure of Teams for Teaching 2000 LB2331 .B48 2000 Provides model for effective use of collaborative instruction
Bess, James L. Teaching Well and Liking It: Motivating Faculty to Teach Effectively 1997 LB2331 .T4246 1997 Discusses effective ways to give assist faculty to enjoy, be motivated to, teach
Bligh, Donald A. What’s the Use of Lectures? 2000 LC6515 .B55 2000 Includes tables and diagrams to facilitate effective lectures
Braskamp, Larry A. Putting Students First: How Colleges Develop Students Purposefully 2006 LC990 .B73 2006 Using holistic and humanistic education in the classroom
Bringle, Robert G. With Service in Mind: Concepts and Models for Service-Learning in Psychology 1998 BF77 .W58 1998 Combining the teaching of psychology with community service
Brookfield, Stephen Becoming a Critically Reflective Teacher 1995 LB2331 B677 1995 Effective use of critical reflection for personal and professional development
Brookfield, Stephen Developing Critical Thinkers: Challenging Adults to Explore Alternative Ways of Thinking and Acting 1987 BF441 .B79 1987 Techniques to help students develop their critical thinking skills
Brookfield, Stephen. Discussion as a Way of Teaching: Tools and Techniques for Democratic Classrooms 1999 LB2331 .B679 1999 Effective ideas to get discussion started, to encourage diverse views
Brown, David G. Teaching with Technology: Seventy-five Professors from Eight Universities Tell Their Stories 2000 On order Effective use of computer-assisted instruction
Brown, Sally A. 500 Tips on Assessment 1996 LB2368 .B76 1996 Making assessment fair, reliable, valid, efficient, & effective
Buller, Jeffrey L. The Essential Department Chair: A Practical Guide to College Administration 2006 In process Handling departmental issues and faculty concerns
Butler, Susan M. Teacher's Guide to Classroom Assessment: Understanding and Using Assessment to Improve 2006 LB3051 .B86 2006 Effective use of grading, educational tests, and measurements
Cannon, Robert  A Handbook for Teachers in Universities and Colleges: A Guide to Improving Teaching Methods 2000 LB2331 .N43 2000 Guidance on planning courses, preparing & delivering teaching materials, assessment
Chesebro, Joseph L. Communication for Teachers 2002 LB1033.5 .C62 2002 How beginning teachers can apply the research on communication instruction to their own teaching
Chism, Nancy VanNote Peer Review of Teaching: A Sourcebook 1999 LB2333.C49 2007 Effective use of peer review to evaluate teaching
Cropley, A. J. Creativity in Education & Learning: A Guide for Teachers and Educators 2001 LB1062 .C76 2001 How creativity 'works' and how it can be encouraged in the classroom
Cross, K. Patricia Classroom Research: Implementing the Scholarship of Teaching 1996 LB2331 .C766 1996 Suggests methods to implement research in the classroom
Curzan, Anne. First Day to Final Grade: A Graduate Student’s Guide to Teaching 2000 LB2335.4 .C87 2000 Methods to facilitate their college teaching for the new TA
Danielson, Susan. Community-based Learning and the Work of Literature 2007 LC1036.5 .C65 2007 Incorporating service learning and literature in the classroom
Davidson, Clifford I. New Professor’s Handbook: A Guide to Teaching and Research in Rngineering and Science, The  1994 LB2331 .D36 1994 Effective first year teaching of science and engineering
Davis, Barbara Gross. Tools for Teaching 1993 LB2331 .D37 1993 Tips on writing a course syllabus, preparing lectures, other essentials of teaching
Davis, James R. Better Teaching, More Learning: Strategies for Success in Postsecondary Settings 1993 LB2331.44 .D38 1993 Improve performance in the classroom not only by better teaching, but understanding how learners learn
Diamond, Robert M. Aligning Faculty Rewards with Institutional Mission: Statements, Policies and Guidelines 1999 In process Developing a worthwhile faculty reward system
Diamond, Robert M. Preparing for Promotion and Tenure Review: A Faculty Guide 1995 LB2335.7 .D53 1995 Recommendations and exercises for effective preparation for internal review
Diamond, Robert M. Serving on Promotion, Tenure, and Faculty Review Committees: A Faculty Guide 2002 LB2839 .D53 2002 Essential advice for those involved in faculty-related decisions
Donald, Janet Gail Learning to Think: Disciplinary Perspectives 2002 LB1060 .D64 2002 How learning occurs in different disciplines, how educators can improve the teaching and learning process
Ehrlich, Thomas Civic Responsibility and Higher Education 2000 LC1091 .C5289 2000 Essays focusing on combining higher education and civic responsibility
Erickson, Joseph A. Learning with the Community: Concepts and Models for Service-Learning in Teacher Education 1997 LC220.5 .L34 1997 Effective use of service learning to facilitate teacher training
Fallows, Stephen J. Inspiring Students: Case Studies in Motivating the Learner 1999 LB1065 .I57 1999 Examines the problems of teaching students whose main interest & discipline lies elsewhere
Forsyth, Ian. The Complete Guide to Teaching a Course: Practical Strategies for Teachers, Lecturers and Trainers 1999 LB1025.3 .F67 1999 Techniques for course planning and implementation
Gappa, Judith M. Rethinking Faculty Work: Higher Education’s Strategic Imperative 2007 LB2331.72 .G375 2007 Provides guidelines to excelling in the university classroom
Gardiner, Lion F. Redesigning Higher Education: Producing Dramatic Gains in Student Learning 1994 LB2331.63 .G37 1994 Recommends variety of options for instruction and assessing student course progress
Gibson, Gerald W. Good Start: A Guidebook for New Faculty in Liberal Arts Colleges 1992 LB1778.2 .G53 1992 Enhancing the orientation process for new faculty
Gordon, Virginia N. Academic Advising: A Comprehensive Handbook 2000 LB2343 .A29 2000 Effective methods to train and evaluate academic advisors
Hale, Frank W. What Makes Racial Diversity Work in High Ed:Academic Leaders Present Successful Policies/Strategies 2004 LC3727 .W43 2004 Strategies to promote multicultural/minority education at the university level
Halpern, Diane F. Changing College Classrooms: New Teaching and Learning Strategies for an Increasingly Complex World 1994 LB2331 .C4543 1994 Examines assessment, active learning, diversity
Hanna, Donald E., 147 Practical Tips for Teaching Online Groups: Essentials of Web-Based Education 2000 LB1044.87 .H35 2000 Use of computer-assisted instruction, including the internet
Harkavy, Ira Richard. Connecting Past and Present: Concepts and Models for Service-Learning in History 2000 D16.2 .C725 2000 Combining the teaching of history with community service
Hawke, Constance S. Computer/Internet Use on Campus: A Legal Guide to Issues of Intellectual Property, Free Speech, Privacy 2001 KF390.5.C6 H39 2001 Examines privacy issues, intellectual property rights, privacy issues
Heffernan, Kerrissa. Fundamentals of Service-Learning Course Construction 2001 LC238 .H43 2001 Techniques to effective incorporate service-learning in university classes
Hofman, Nila Ginger,  Pedagogies of Praxis: Course-Based Action Research in the Social Sciences 2007 H62.P3244 2007 Effective social sciences research, study, and teaching.
Hurtado, Sylvia Enacting Diverse Learning Environments: Improving the Climate for Racial/Ethnic Diversity in Higher Education 1999 LC3727 .E52 1999 Improving the understanding of the importance of diversity on college campuses
Jacoby, Barbara. Building Partnerships for Service-Learning 2003 LC221 .J33 2003 Guide to taking service-learning and partnerships to a higher level
Jeavons, Thomas Learning for the Common Good: Liberal Education, Civic Education, and Teaching about Philanthropy 1991 HV11 .J43 1991 Voluntarism study and teaching in university classrooms
Jones, Lee Retaining African Americans in Higher Education: Challenging Paradigms for Retaining Black Students, Faculty, Administrators  2001 LC148.2 .R48 2001 Techniques to reduce dropout rate of African American students, improve retention rate of faculty/staff
Kalman, C. S. Successful Science and Engineering Teaching in Colleges and Universities 2007 Q181 .K35 2007 Effective teaching of science and engineering
Katz, Joseph Turning Professors into Teachers: A New Approach to Faculty Development and Student Learning 1993 LB2331 .K32 1993 Effective undergraduate teaching must include long term interaction between professors, students
Kramer, Gary L. Faculty Advising Examined: Enhancing the Potential of College Faculty as Advisors 2003 LB2343 .F33 2003 Enhancing university faculty advising
Krueger, Merle. Language and Content: Discipline- and Content-Based Approaches to Language Study 1993 P57.U7 L297 1993 Techniques to facilitate the teaching of language
Kurfiss, Joanne Gainen Critical Thinking: Theory, Research, Practice, and Possibilities 1988 BF441 .K9 1988 Incorporating critical thinking in the classroom
Lambert, Leo M. Preparing Graduate Students to Teach:A Guide to Programs that Improve Undergraduate Education, Develop Tomorrow’s Faculty 1993 LB1738 .P74 1993 Recommendations and exercises for effective training of teaching assistants
Leamnson, Robert N. Thinking about Teaching/Learning: Developing Habits of Learning w/First Year College/University Students 1999 LB2331 .L39 1999 Effective student orientation to facilitate teaching, learning
Lees, N. Doug. Chairing Academic Departments: Traditional and Emerging Expectations 2006 LB2341 .L285 2006 Discusses the many roles juggled by a department chair
Light, Richard J. Making the Most of College: Students Speak Their Minds 2001 LD2160 .L54 2001 How instructors can improve students' university experiences inside, outside the classroom
Marino, Thomas A. Classrooms Without Fear: A Journey to Rediscover the Joy of Teaching 2001 LB1025.3 .M37 2001 Use of basic tools, including computers, to enhance university teaching
McKinney, Kathleen. Enhancing Learning Through the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning: The Challenges and Joys of Juggling 2007 LB2326.3 .M36 2007 Improving student learning through SoTL
McManus, Dean A. Leaving the Lectern: Cooperative Learning and the Critical First Days of Students Working in Groups 2005 LB2331 .M395 2005 Enhancing active learning, group work in the classroom
Mezeske, Richard J. Beyond Tests and Quizzes: Creative Assessments in College Classrooms 2007 In process Assessment practice to better reflect learner-centered teaching
Michaelsen, Larry K. Team-Based Learning: A Transformative Use of Small Groups in College Teaching 2004 LB1032 .T38 2004 Using group work and a team learning approach in education
Miller, Judith E. Student-Assisted Teaching: A Guide to Faculty-Student Teamwork 2001 LB1031.5 .S78 2001 Peer-group tutoring of students, teacher-student relationships.
Musil, Caryn McTighe Gender, Science, & the Undergraduate Curriculum: Building Two-Way Streets 2001 Q183.3.A1 G43 2001 Examines effect of feminism on science teaching at the university level
Nelson, Michael Alive at the Core: Exemplary Approaches to General Education in the Humanities 2000 AZ183.U5 A45 2000 Use of the humanities to revitalize their general education requirements
Palomba, Catherine A. Assessment Essentials: Planning, Implementing, and Improving Assessment in Higher Education 1999 LB2366.2 .P35 1999 Techniques for effective assessment, especially for new faculty
Percy, Stephen L. Creating a New Kind of University: Institutionalizing Community-University Engagement 2006 LC238 .C74 2006 Examines approaches to facilitating community-university relationships
Prieto, Loreto R. Teaching Assistant Training Handbook: How to Prepare TAs for Their Responsibilities, The  2001 LB1738 .T42 2001 Recommendations and exercises for effective training of teaching assistants
Race, Phil 500 Computing Tips for Teachers and Lecturers 1999 LB1028.43 .R33 1999 Provides practical advice, support for the use of technology in the classroom
Race, Philip 500 Tips on Group Learning 2000 LB1032 .A15 2000 Collaborative & co-operative learning tips to facilitate group learning
Rankin, Elizabeth Work of Writing: Insights and Strategies for Academics and Professionals, The  2001 PE1404 .R356 2001 Guide for faculty and professionals who want to improve their writing skills
Reinarz, Alice G. Beyond Teaching to Mentoring 2001 LB1731.4 .B49 2001 Tips to preparing students for more active and collaborative learning
Rhoads, Robert A. Academic Service Learning: A Pedagogy of Action and Reflection 1998 LC221 .A23 1998 Factors to consider when incorporating service into courses
Richardson, Steven M. Promoting Civility: A Teaching Challenge 1999 LB2331 .P73 1999 Handling disruptive classroom behavior, encouraging respectful discussion of sensitive ideas
Robertson, D.R. Making Time, Making Change: Avoiding Overload in College Teaching 2003 On order Facilitating time management and reducing stress in college teaching
Rocheleau, Jordy. Rights and Wrongs in the College Classroom: Ethical Issues in Postsecondary Teaching 2007 LB1779 .R55 2007 Examines professors' professional, moral ethics in classroom
Roney, Lois Academic Animals: A Bestiary of Higher-Education Teaching and How It Got That Way 2002 PN6231.C6 R66 2002 Humorous look at university teaching
Sarasin, Lynne Celli. Learning Style Perspectives: Impact in the Classroom 1999 LB1060 .S27 1999 Examines how students in the same classroom have different learning styles and needs
Sarason, Seymour  Teaching as a Performing Art 1999 LB1025.3 .S273 1999 Supports concept that teaching may be enhanced by the use of theatrical elements
Savory, Paul. Inquiry Into the College Classroom: A Journey Toward Scholarly Teaching 2007 In process How to incorporate scholarly inquiry in the university classroom
Seldin, Peter Using portfolios: A Practical Guide to Improved Performance and Promotion/Tenure Decisions 2004 LB2333 .S46 2004 The use and evaluation of portfolios in promotion/tenure decisions
Seldin, Peter. Changing Practices in Evaluating Teaching: A Practical Guide to Improved Faculty Performance and Promotion/Tenure Decisions 1999 LB2333 .S435 1999 Using peer review, self-evaluation, student assessment
Silverman, Sharon L., Learning and Development: Making Connections to Enhance Teaching 2000 LB2331.2 .S55 2000 How students learn, how learning can be enhanced by effective teaching
Smith, Donald E. P. Critical Thinking: Building the Basics 1998 BF441 .S625 1998 Examines exercises that will facilitate critical thinking in university classrooms
Sorcinelli, Mary Deane Writing to Learn: Strategies for Assigning and Responding to Writing Across the Disciplines 1997 PE1404 .W752 1997 Discusses effective ways to give students feedback on their written work
Sorcinelli, Mary Deane. Creating the Future of Faculty Development: Learning From the Past, Understanding the Present 2006 LB2331.7 .C74 2006 Emerging trends in faculty development
Speck, Bruce W. Grading Students’ Classroom Writing: Issues and Strategies 2000 LB1576 .S723 2000 Providing effective feedback to students by including them in the assessment process
Stanley, Christine A. Engaging Large Classes: Strategies and Techniques for College Faculty 2002 LB3013.2 .E54 2002 Techniques for effective teaching in university classes with large enrollments
Stanton, Timothy. Service-Learning: A Movement’s Pioneers Reflect on Its Origins, Practice, and Future 1999 LC220.5 .S72 1999 Describe early efforts to combine education with social action
Strand, Kerry Community-Based Research and Higher Education: Principles and Practices 2003 LC237 .C613 2003 How to transform educational institutions to support new forms of community engagement
Sullivan, William M. Work and Integrity:The Crisis and Promise of Professionalism in America 1995 BJ1725 .S85 1995 Improvements to professional education to promote ethical student behavior
Suskie, Linda A. Assessing Student Learning: A Common Sense Guide 2004 LB2336.S87 2004 Rating college students using educational tests, measurements
Tagg, John Learning Paradigm College 2003 LB2331.T24 2003 College teaching methodology, educational change
Timpson, William M. Metateaching and the Instructional Map 1999 LB1025.3 .T56 1999 Examines facilitating conscious and unconscious knowledge in classroom 
Walvoord, Barbara E.  Assessment Clear and Simple: A Practical Guide for Institutions, Departments, and General Education 2004 LB2822.75 .W35 2004 How to make assessments effective and cost efficient
Ward, Harold. Acting Locally: Concepts and Models for Service-Learning in Environmental Studies 1999 TD170.7 .A38 1999 Combining the teaching of environmental studies with community service
Watson, Lemuel W. How Minority Students Experience College: Implications for Planning and Policy 2002 LC3727 .H66 2002 Effective planning to facilitate education of multicultural university population
Wehlburg, Catherine. Meaningful Course Revision: Enhancing Academic Engagement Using Student Learning Data 2006 LB2822.75 .W44 2006 Enhancing educational evaluation, curriculum change, lesson planning, active learning
Weimer, Maryellen, Learner-Centered Teaching: Five Key Changes to Practice 2002 LB2331 .W39 2002 How the student is learning, how current learning positions the student for future learning
Wlodkowski, Raymond Diversity and Motivation: Culturally Responsive Teaching 1995 LC1099.3 W56 1995 How to become a more effective teacher within a culturally diverse student body
Zachary, Lois J. Creating a Mentoring Culture: The Organization’s Guide 2005 HF5385 .Z33 2005 Detailed steps and stories about initiating mentoring in any organization
Zachary, Lois J. Mentor’s Guide: Facilitating Effective Learning Relationships, The  2000 LB1731.4 .Z23 2000 Worksheets and exercises to facilitate the mentoring experience
Zlotkowski, Edward A. Service-Learning and the First-Year Experience: Preparing Students for Personal Success, Civic Responsibility 2002 LC220.5 .S455 2002 Case studies on service development in in the college classroom
Zlotkowski, Edward A. Successful Service-Learning Programs: New Models of Excellence in Higher Education 1998 LC220.5 .S83 1998 Effective student service, student volunteering, experiential learning
Zubizarreta, John. The Learning Portfolio:Reflective Practice for Improving Student Learning 2004 LB1029.P67 Z82 2004 Effective use of portfolios for students' self-rating

 

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