Teaching Methods and Theories
Teaching theories and scientific methods of teaching. Teaching includes a great number of resources in this century. Teachers are able to effectively train students in any subject, with print textbooks, Internet resources, and interactive technology. Theories abound in our present day culture. Teachers are to assist students to be seekers of the truth, and often this means studying varying opinions to find the one most suitable for presentation. Theories or hypotheses are unproved ideas. These terms are used interchangeably with the word philosophy, coming from a group of French intellectuals who provide the basis for the Enlightenment movement. These men included Voltaire, Jean Jacques Rousseau, A.R.J Turgo, and Montesquieu. The links herein deal specifically with teaching methods and theories.
Association for Direct Instruction
Check University of Oregon, Eugene for information on their association devoted to improving educational methods, with articles, and news.
Association for Experiential Education
Check Princeton University for information on history, mission, services, and programs of this association, with related links.
Conduct of the Understanding
Check Columbia University for information on this learning and understanding philosophy, including a full text of the book.
Critical Thinking Theory and Practice Guide
Check Sonoma State University for information on critical thinking and practice, including history, development, and application towards education, with articles and tips.
Education World: Multiple Intelligence Theory Guide
Check Education World for information on multiple intelligence, with regard to Howard Gardner and his philosophy, with related links.
Educational Psychology Interactive
Check Valdosta State University for information on educational psychology study and research, including major topics, issues, and links.
Explorations in Learning and Instruction: The Theory Into Practice Database
Check George Washington University for information on 50 theories relevant to human learning, including summary descriptions, news, and related links.
Exploratory Education and Technology Guide
Check Brown University for information on educational technology, including a timeline of events throughout history, and a Web directory.
Montessori Foundation: Schools and Parents Resources Guide
Check Montessori Foundation, seeking to promote the movement within the U.S., with a listing of schools, links, and resources.
Montessori History and Methods Guide
Check American Montessori Society for information on the history, method, and research of this education, including a directory of accredited schools.
North Central Regional Educational Laboratory: Collaborative Classroom
Check North Central Regional Educational Laboratory for collaborative learning, including research, and providing a brief summary of other theories.
North Central Regional Educational Laboratory: Scaffolding and Language Arts Resources Guide
Check North Central Regional Educational Laboratory for information on guided practice and metacognition of language arts education.
Project Approach
Browse University of Alberta, Edmonton for information on pre-K-4 educational projects, project planner, and related links.
Project Zero
Check Harvard University for a research group studying the learning, thinking, and creative processes of children and adults, with publications, resources, and links.
School Psychology Resources Guide
Check University of Maryland for information on educational psychology sources for counselors, educators, parents, and researchers, including links and journals.
Schools, Skills, and Scaffolding Resources Guide
Check San Diego State University for information on the Internet's role in learning and teaching, with links and text.