William Fawcett Hill's Learning Through Discussion [Paperback]

Jerome Rabow (Author), Michelle A. Charness (Author), Johanna Kipperman (Author), Susan Radcliffe-Vasile (Author)

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Publication Date: March 20, 2000 | ISBN-10: 1577661117 | ISBN-13: 978-1577661115 | Edition: 3rd

Facilitating high-level analytical thinking and self-directed learning, this stimulating, absorbing guide pinpoints how students effectively prepare for and participate in group discussions. An eight-step process plan outlines formal procedures by which course material is discussed adequately and learning takes place. A list of criteria that comprise informal expectations describes the values that participants are expected to develop. In addition, the development of participants' roles and skills and the role of the leader are discussed. Suggestions for implementing the methods presented in the book offer creative ideas for achieving successful results. Individuals seeking to take charge of their learning and to master critical thinking skills will benefit greatly throughout their lives from this concise yet highly informative book.

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Titles of related interest from Waveland Press: Babbie, Observing Ourselves: Essays in Social Research (ISBN 9781577660194); McCloskey, Economical Writing, Second Edition (ISBN 9781577660637); and Young et al., Group Discussion: A Practical Guide to Participation and Leadership, Fourth Edition (ISBN 9781577664758).

Product Details

• Paperback: 70 pages
• Publisher: Waveland Pr Inc; 3rd edition (March 20, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1577661117
• ISBN-13: 978-1577661115
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.3 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #667,058 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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This review is from: William Fawcett Hill's Learning Through Discussion (Paperback)

Throughly enjoyed the information, style and the new education model. In class we used the model exclusively and I found that I had learned so much more than with conventional classroom format. Bravo!