This is a survey course designed to explore a variety of educational theories providing a baseline for the development of one’s own pedagogical approach. The class format includes guest speakers, brief lectures, reflective/reactive essays, presentations, group dialogue, and a final presentation and paper.

Students enrolled in this course could enroll in a pod, independent study, or other online course. A student may TA this course with instructor permission (application required).

For the Spring 2021 semester this course will be offered online.

Course Faculty

Jordan Zaber

John Zaber

I arrived at Sterling College in the autumn of 1983 as a student. I returned in the fall of 1994 as an admissions counselor – since then I have held…

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The Writing Center Is Here for You!

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Finding Meaning in Physical Work: Internship Presentation

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Update from the Foraging and Wildcrafting Class

Summer is a magical time where the demand of everyday living is lessened by the whimsy and silent wonder that is this time of year—at least it seems this way…

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