Taking learning to task
Subtitle: creative strategies for teaching adults
By: Jane Vella.
Edition: 1st ed.
Series: The Jossey-Bass higher and adult education series
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
Published: 2001
Place of publication: San Francisco, Calif
Language: eng
Number of pages: 151
Subjects: Adult learning.; Adult education.; Learning strategies.
Description: "In Taking Learning to Task, Vella draws from current theory and practice to explore the meaning and power of learning tasks. To illustrate this unique approach, she provides seven steps to planning learning-centered courses, four types of learning tasks, a checklist of principles and practices, critical questions for instructional design, key components for evaluation, and other invaluable tools." "Taking Learning to Task is a hands-on, practical guide to designing effective learning tasks for diverse learners and diverse content. Teachers, trainers, and all types of instructors will find a wealth of advice for refining their day-to-day practice."--Jacket.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 143-146) and index.