Taking Learning to Task:
Creative Strategies for Teaching Adults
Jane Vella | 2000 | Jossey-Bass | ISBN: 0-7879-5227-3

In Taking Learning to Task, Vella builds on her earlier books and shifts the spotlight from teaching tasks to learning tasks. Unlike traditional teaching methods, learning tasks are open questions that lead to open dialogue between teacher and learner. Vella draws from current theory and practice to explore the meaning and power of learning tasks. To illustrate this unique approach, she provides seven steps to planning learning-centered courses, four types of learning tasks, a checklist of principles and practices, critical questions for instructional design, key components for evaluation, and other invaluable tools.

Vella also shares real-world examples of successful learning programs, including online and distance-learning courses. Teachers, trainers, and all types of instructors will find a wealth of advice for refining their day-to-day practice.

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