Teaching for Quality Learning at University

Biggs (education, U. of New South Wales, Australia) argues that teachers need a conceptual framework to inform their decision-making on teaching and assessment methods. He describes and explains such a framework which may be adapted to suit individual student groups and teaching conditions, focusing on making the large lecture more productive and exciting, using assessment methods that reveal the complexity and relevance of student learning and yet are manageable in a large class, teaching international students, and helping teachers reflect on and improve their own practice. Of likely utility to teachers and staff developers. Distributed by Taylor & Francis. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

John Biggs is Honorary Professor of Psychology and Adjunct Professor, Centre for the Advancement of University Teaching, University of Hong Kong.

Catherine Tang is Adjunct Associate Professor, Centre for the Advancement of University Teaching, University of Hong Kong, and an educational consultant based in Australia.