The Spark of Learning: Energizing the College Classroom with the Science of Emotion (Teaching and Learning in Higher Education)
In The Spark of Learning, Sarah Rose Cavanagh reveals how emotions drive student engagement in college settings. Grounded in scientific research, the book equips educators with tools to infuse emotion into teaching, boosting motivation, retention, and overall classroom vitality. This essential guide transforms traditional methods into energizing experiences for higher education.
About This Book
The Spark of Learning explores the integration of emotional science into higher education teaching practices. It provides educators with strategies to energize college classrooms by addressing the role of emotions in student learning.
Drawing from research in psychology and education, the book highlights how emotional awareness can enhance motivation and retention among students. It emphasizes practical applications for fostering a more dynamic and supportive learning environment.
As part of the Teaching and Learning in Higher Education series, this work offers evidence-based approaches to make lectures and discussions more impactful. It encourages instructors to view emotions not as obstacles but as essential components of effective pedagogy.
The author presents accessible methods for incorporating emotional elements into course design, helping educators create connections that spark genuine interest and deeper understanding in their students.
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