Recently two articles about pedagogical practice and theory appeared sure to ruffle the feathers whether you are a traditionalist or embrace many of the new theories and method. One article supports frequent quizzes as a way to improve long term student learning. The other article complains about outcomes assessment. Whatever your stripes in the methods of learning you might wish to read:
1. Laurie Fendrich, "A Pedagogical Straitjacket," Chronicle of Higher Education, June 8, 2007, p. B6-B8;
2. David Glenn, "Research--You Will be Tested on This," Chronicle of Higher Education, June 8, 2007, A14-A17.
A third and interesting but less provocative article: David Glenn, "Why Cramming Doesn't Work," Chronicle of Higher Education, June 8, 2007, p. A17.
David
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