How Learning Works – 8 research-based principles for smart teaching.  Lovett, Ambrose, et al. (2023)

The Courage to Teach – Palmer (2017): Inspiring book that I read early on in my career. It provided such great reassurance at a time when I was floundering as a novice educator. I felt I was not alone and I often recommend this to my peers who might be feeling the same as I was.  

Teach Students How to Learn – McGuire (2015) – Amazing little book full of snappy and practical ways to help students to learn. I tried out one of the ideas soon after reading the book and students loved it, as did faculty that were watching. This book is a go to for me.

The New Science of Learning – Zakrajsek (2022): I met the author at INED and am always inspired by his relaxed ability and the way he makes teaching and learning look easy. I refer back to this book often. While aimed at students, it help to introduce me to the nuances of learning and my passion for the science of learning began.

Ungrading – Blum (2020)

Teaching at its Best – Nilson (2016)

Creating Self Regulated Learners – Nilson (2013): Totally made sense to me. Some great practical strategies within. I believe that faculty new and seasoned should read this book at least x 1.

Online Teaching at its Best – Nilson ( 2018) – Nilson always makes sense and is practical. I appreciate and respect this approach.

Classroom Assessment Techniques – Angelo and Cross (1993)

Becoming a Critically Reflective Teacher – Brookfield (2017)

Our Iceberg  is Melting – Kotter (2016) : Fun little book that was recommended to me about change management.

Inclusive Teaching – Sathay and Hogan: I read this book when developing a course called The Essentials in Teaching and Learning for NIC. I have heard Sathay speak since and am always struck by their presence and ability to make sense. One of the biggest revelations in this book was when they spoke about making the course outline or syllabus inclusive. This is often a student’s first impression of a course, so it stands to reason that it comes from a relational standpoint if we want to help develop a relationship of trust and learning with our students. This has remained with me and I look forward tot he day when i can work on a project to change the tone and language that we use in course outlines at NIC.

 How Humans Learn   – Eyler (2018): I enjoyed how Eyler takes a conceptual look at teaching and learning. Provided me with a bigger picture overview. I appreciated the section on curiosity. Encouraging learner curiosity is a skill and a sure sign of engagement.

Learner Centered Teaching – Weimer (2013): Inspiring and fabulous!  

Powerful Teaching – Agarwal & Bain (2019): I enjoyed the practical aspect of this book. Lots of great ideas and all focused on 4 powerful tools. I have shared many of these tools in my weekly emails with faculty and have had great responses. My work in the area of metacognition and learner centered strategies continue to grow and I know that this book will have a place on my personal bookshelf.

Co Intelligence (2023) -Mollick: I read this late 2024. I cannot help but think that i read it too late. I feel that my knowledge and understanding of AI have surpassed what Mollick was telling me, so no big surprises. However, an easy read and one that I will recommend to people who are just starting out.