Improving classroom engagement and international development programs : international perspectives on humanizing higher education / edited by Enakshi Sengupta (International Higher Education Teaching and Learning Association, USA), Patrick Blessinger (Higher Education Teaching and Learning Association, USA), Mandla Makhanya (University of South Africa, South Africa).

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Sengupta, Enakshi, editor.

Blessinger, Patrick, editor.

Makhanya, Mandla, editor.

Series:

Innovations in higher education teaching and learning ; v. 27.

Innovations in higher education teaching and learning ; v. 27

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Education, Higher.

Education, Higher--Social aspects.

Classroom environment.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (256 pages).

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Bingley, England : Emerald Publishing Limited, [2020]

Summary:

Educational pedagogy refers to student-centered learning that provides meaningful engagement to directly enhance critical thinking and creativity. This edited collection equips readers to understand and implement impactful creative teaching and learning methods designed to act as a catalyst to improve the learning experiences of students.

Contents:

Intro

Half Title Page

Series Page

Title Page

Copyright Page

Contents

List of Contributors

Series Editors' Introduction

Part I-BRIDGING THE EMOTIONAL CONNECT

Chapter 1-Introduction to Improving Classroom Engagement and International Development Programs: International Perspectives on Humanizing Higher Education

Introduction

Literature Review

Conclusion

Chapter Overviews

References

Chapter 2-Reflecting on Students' Emotions in Undergraduate Research: Humanizing Higher Education Experiences

Theoretical Framework

Emotions and the Doctorate

Emotions and the UR Experience

Methodology

Results: A Systematic Overview and Reflection

The Nature of the Reported Emotions

The "Impact" of the Reported Emotions

About the Transformational Nature of UR Projects

Humanizing HE: The Importance of Recognizing Emotions in (Undergraduate) Research

But How to Engage with Our Emotions, and Act on Them?

Final Considerations

Chapter 3-Adapting Paulo Freire in an Institutional Context: Developing Positive Relationships

Adapting Paulo Freire in an Institutional Context: Developing Positive Relationships

The Corrective

Voices That Might Be Joined to Freire's Voice

Toward an Institutional Version of a "Liberatory Pedagogy"

Enacting a Liberatory Strategy

Establishing the Open Space

Finally

Chapter 4-Enlightened in Loco Parentis: A Model for Addressing the College Student Mental Health Crisis

Dehumanization and the Current Student Mental Health Crisis

Neoliberal Forces of Dehumanization in Higher Education

Family as a Humanizing Model

Enlightened in Loco Parentis

The Mentoring Community Model

Relational Learning in Contemporary Contexts

References.

Chapter 5-Investigating Authentic University Academic Care at a US Non-Mainland HBCU

Conceptual Framework

Caring Carescapes

Othermothering

UACCF

Method

Narrative of Students as Academic Care Recipients

EFA of CAACI Subscales

Factor-score Correlation of CAACI Instrument

Scaled Model of UVI AUAC

Limitations

Chapter 6-Global University, Local Issues: Taking a Creative and Humane Approach to Learning and Teaching

Traditional and Non-traditional Students

Managing a Marketized Meritocracy: UK HE and Widening Participation

Learning and Teaching in UK HE: The Trouble with Students - and Staff

It's "Skilled" Work

The Staff are Revolting

An Argument for a More Democratic Education

Case Study 1: Becoming an Educationist

Case Study 2: BA Hons Fine Art

Case Study 3: The PGCert

Conclusion: Global Issues, Local Action

Chapter 7-The Chemistry of Critical Thinking: The Pursuit to do Both Better

Lecturers' Perceptions

Professional Learning

Lecturer Dispositions

Findings

The Case of Denise

Perception of Critical Thinking

Teaching Concepts

The Case of Ben

The Case of Gavin

Chapter 8-Empowering Faculty to Use Practices of Hospitality and Vulnerability to Encourage Risk Taking in the Higher Education Classroom

Hospitality and Vulnerability

Vulnerability

Faculty Programs

Teaching Strategies

The Hero's Journey

Student Motivation

Modeling Vulnerability

Reading a Shared Text

Expand the Curriculum

Personal Assignments

Chapter 9-The Deep Field School: A Model to Support Sustained International Service Learning and Scholarship

Field School

International Service Learning

Model to Support Teaching, Service Learning and Scholarship

Peru Field School

Guiding Principles

Part II-ENGAGING STUDENTS

Chapter 10-Learn First, Then Serve: Re-focusing the International Service-learning Model to Develop Cultural Humility

Problematic Attributes of Providing Development Aid in ISL Programs

Addressing Problematic Attributes through Curricular Design and Delivery

Introducing HEADS UP in Predeparture Orientation

Designing Curriculum around DMIS

Applying the Theoretical Approach of Transformative Learning

Developing Cultural Humility as a Learning Outcome

Chapter 11-Re-envisioning Virtual Spaces for Teaching and Learning: Strategies for Fostering Online Learner Engagement

Student Engagement and OWI

Strategies for Promoting Engagement in Online Classes

Using an Icebreaker Activity to Establish Social Presence

Virtual Lounge or Coffee House

Ask the Professor

Silent Lectures

Creating Discussions that Promote Reflection and Engagement

Peer Review to Promote Learner Engagement

Virtual Office Hours

Response Time

Chapter 12-Engaging Students through Collaborative Projects and International Higher Education Partnerships

Experiential Learning and Collaborative Projects

Task

Student Reflection

Challenges

Communication

Time

Virtual Teamwork

Benefits of the Project

Deep Learning and Application

Chapter 13-Futuristic Learning: Improving Classroom Engagement and Learning in a Distance Higher Education Institution

Introduction.

Literature Review

Experiential Learning as Futuristic Learning

Developing Critical and Creative Thinking in DE Students

Knowledge and Skills Required for Futuristic Learning in DE

Empowering and Transforming DE Students

Empowering Facilitators to Equip Students with Futuristic Learning Skills

Challenges of Futuristic Learning in DE

Engagement and Skills Development

Research Methodology

Implications of Futuristic Learning on DE Students

Discussion

Chapter 14-The PBL approach in an EFL Setting: Maximizing Students' Engagement and Humanizing their Experiences

What is PBL and How Can it Potentially Humanize Higher Education?

The PBL Approach in an Intensive English Course Setting

Data Collection and Analysis

Quantitative Method

Qualitative Method

Discussion and Findings

ABOUT THE AUTHORS

NAME INDEX

SUBJECT INDEX.

Notes:

Includes index.

Includes bibliographical references.

Print version record.

ISBN:

9781839094743

1839094745

9781839094729

1839094729