College Teaching: Studies in Methods of Teaching in the College (Classic Reprint)

Explore how college teaching works—from aims and methods to course design and sequence.

This study offers practical guidance for shaping effective, student-centered instruction across disciplines.

This volume examines the goals behind teaching in higher education and how those aims translate into course structure, content, and assessment. It discusses how to adapt curricula to diverse learners, organize subject matter, and choose instructional methods that foster active learning and understanding.

• Learn how to frame aims for different subjects, from economics and history to psychology and philosophy.
• See how course sequences can support better learning, with attention to prerequisites, progression, and student readiness.
• Discover methods used in political science, ethics, and other fields, including discussions of lectures, recitations, and supervised independent work.
• Understand how assessment, laboratory work, and classroom strategies align with educational goals to improve outcomes.

Ideal for educators shaping college curricula, department chairs planning program design, and teachers seeking practical, research-informed approaches to improve classroom learning.