Paperback. Before she was a renowned children's author, J.K. Rowling was an educator. Her bestselling series, Harry Potter, places education at the forefront, focusing not only on Harry, Ron, and Hermione's adventures but also on their magical education. This multi-author collection shines a light on the central role of education within the Harry Potter series, exploring the pedagogical possibilities of using Harry Potter to enhance teaching effectiveness. Authors examine topics related to environments for learning, approaches to teaching and learning, and the role of mentorship. Created for scholars, teachers, and fans alike, this collection provides an entry into pedagogical theories and offers critical perspectives on the quality of Hogwarts education--from exemplary to abusive and every approach in between. Hogwarts provides many lessons for educators, both magical and muggle alike. Before she was a renowned children's author, J.K. Rowling was an educator. This multi-author collection shines a light on the central role of education within the Harry Potter series, and explores the pedagogical possibilities of using Harry Potter to enhance teaching effectiveness. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Title: Lessons from Hogwarts (Paperback)
Publisher: McFarland & Co Inc, Jefferson, NC
Publication Date: 2020
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1476676801
ISBN 13: 9781476676807
Binding: Paperback
Condition: new

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Before she was a renowned children's author, J.K. Rowling was an educator. Her bestselling series, Harry Potter, places education at the forefront, focusing not only on Harry, Ron, and Hermione's adventures but also on their magical education.

This multi-author collection shines a light on the central role of education within the Harry Potter series, exploring the pedagogical possibilities of using Harry Potter to enhance teaching effectiveness. Authors examine topics related to environments for learning, approaches to teaching and learning, and the role of mentorship. Created for scholars, teachers, and fans alike, this collection provides an entry into pedagogical theories and offers critical perspectives on the quality of Hogwarts education--from exemplary to abusive and every approach in between. Hogwarts provides many lessons for educators, both magical and muggle alike.

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Marcie Panutsos Rovan is an assistant professor of English and director of first-year writing, who specializes in children's literature. She lives in Wilmington, Ohio.

Melissa Wehler, a professor of interdisciplinary studies, has published essays in a variety of edited collections on topics including the gothic, feminism, and popular culture, and Coraline, Downton Abbey, Jessica Jones, and Maleficent. She lives in Pennsylvania.

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