First edition includes author: Richard J. Mueller. Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents:
Needed: a revolution in learning - Using all of the mind - Enhancing knowledge development - Providing for experience - it's the best teacher -- Improving basic skills -- Improving higher-order skills -- Enhancing attention and perception -- Promoting better memory and assessment - Applications for skill-building - Applications for individualizing instruction - Conclusion.
Summary:
"Today we are moving into an information revolution that is every bit as life altering as the previous industrial revolution. Students must now achieve at a higher level academically, while also gaining important technology proficiencies required in work and life. However, by utilizing proven general and adult learning theories in association with educational technology, many of these new learning requirements can be met. This book can be a starting point for educators to begin considering how individualized learning could be done in high school to encourage life-long learning." - Back cover.
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