William Cerbin

William Cerbin
University of Wisconsin–La Crosse | UWLAX

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Two generative approaches to reaction mechanism instruction for novice students were compared to lecture instruction. In both approaches, students were coached to propose selected reaction mechanisms based on prior knowledge. New instructional methods were correlated with increased skill in representations of electron movements and other gains. Stu...
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The authors describe a research-based conceptual framework of how students learn that can guide the design, implementation, and troubleshooting of teaching practice. The framework consists of nine interacting cognitive challenges that teachers need to address to enhance student learning. These challenges include student mental mindset, metacognitio...
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Lecturing is a primary mode of teaching in higher education. A majority of college teachers lecture extensively, and many more lecture at least some of the time in their classes. Good lectures are viewed as well-organized presentations that stimulate student interest and maintain student attention. But, research demonstrates that lecturing is less...
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The topic of motivation receives considerable attention in educational psychology courses. Although students can usually relate to motivation theories on some level, important nuances are often difficult for them to grasp. We took a lesson study approach to develop and assess a classroom activity to help students better understand motivation theori...
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This paper proposes a model for building pedagogical knowledge and improving teaching based on the practice of lesson study. In lesson study a small group of instructors jointly designs, teaches, studies and refines a single class lesson called a research lesson. We describe how college teachers can do lesson study in their classrooms. We explore h...

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