Effective Learning addresses what makes learning effective and how to promote it effectively in classrooms. The text provides case studies and examples from practitioners and ideas and frameworks based on international research. Based on evidence about how classrooms change, the authors present four major dimensions of advancing real learning:
- Active Learning
- Collaborative Learning
- Learner-driven Learning
- Learning About Learning
Dr Caroline Lodge
Qualifications and position:
BA, MA, EdD, Member of NAPCE, AUT
Senior Lecturer In School Improvemt And Effectiveness
Faculty:
Faculty of Children and Learning
Department:
Department of Curriculum, Pedagogy and Assessment
Summary:
A former secondary headteacher in an inner London school, Caroline has been studying school improvement, learning and teacher development for many years. Her most recent interest is in involving young people in research, including in visual research.
Teaching:
Leader of MA in School Effectiveness and School Improvement. Contributes to other programmes: eg Doctoral.
Professional Activities:
Editorial Board: Improving Schools
Conferences/presentations:
University of Southern Queensland Keynote on Engaging student voice to improve pedagogy and learning: An exploration of examples of innovative pedagogical approaches for school improvement (October 2007)