Today, I’m talking about Teaching the Literature Survey Course: New Strategies for College Faculty, ed. Gywnn Dujardin, James M. Lang, and John A. Staunton. I can’t say enough good things about this book! Even if you don’t teach literature survey courses or you’re in an entirely different discipline, the assignments and approaches shared in Teaching the Literature Survey will spark your imagination. If you’ve ever started to plan a class and thought, “How can I possibly cover it all?” then this book is for you.

From time to time, I will use this space to share reviews of teaching-oriented resources. Today, I’m discussing Conversations about Teaching: Pedagogical Advice from 21 UNC Faculty, by Jeannie Loeb.

From time to time, I will use this space to share reviews of teaching-oriented resources. Today, I’m starting with Small Teaching by James M. Lang.In the months since I read this book, insights from Small Teaching have continued to surface in my memory and quietly inform my instructional practice. It’s an essential addition to any teacher’s library.