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Book SynopsisIn Master Class: Teaching Advice for Journalism and Mass Communication Instructors, members of the AEJMC Elected Standing Committee on Teaching take readers behind the scenes to explain the teaching strategies, preparation tips, exercises, and project ideas that have, in many cases, earned them university and national teaching awards. It is designed to benefit everyone from instructors-in-training who are about to teach their first class to more experienced professors who are looking for ways to freshen their approach in the classroom. A companion website with additional resources can be found at http://www.aejmc.org/home/resources/teaching-help/.
Trade ReviewThis book provides excellent, down-to-earth information—and wisdom—on teaching. Everyone who teaches would improve by reading it. -- Richard Cole, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
What a treasure trove of tips, guidance, examples, quotes, resources and, above all, encouragement for today’s journalism and mass communication educators from some of the best teachers in the field. Master Class is a readable, well-organized guide that is just as valuable for the first-time instructor as it is for the senior faculty member looking for new ideas. Reading this was a guilty pleasure, as it was downright fun but also an investment in my personal growth as a teacher. -- Jennifer D. Greer, University of Alabama
This publication is timely and needed. Mass communication instruction is becoming more challenging because of unprecedented changes in the professions we serve, the technology we use, and the students we engage in the learning process. Every component of instruction and advising should be carefully developed and tested for greater impact. This book will be a great addition to teaching classes at both the master’s and doctoral levels, as well as training programs for junior faculty and professionals who transition from the practice to academia. -- Juan-Carlos Molleda, University of Oregon
This compilation offers inspiration and practical advice for anyone who is new to the academy and especially adjuncts and lecturers. Even someone who has been in higher education for years will find useful suggestions. I am going to buy this book for all our new faculty. -- Ann M. Brill, University of Kansas
Table of ContentsIntroduction By Chris Roush, UNC-Chapel Hill Chapter 1: So, you’re a College Instructor. Now what? By Karen M. Turner, Temple University Chapter 2: Preparation is the Key By Catherine Cassara, Bowling Green State University Chapter 3: Writing the Syllabus By Chris Roush, UNC-Chapel Hill Chapter 4: It’s Your Classroom: Have Fun By Charles N. Davis, University of Georgia and Earnest L. Perry, University of Missouri Chapter 5: Exercises and Projects By Mary Rogus, Ohio University Chapter 6: Taking your Class Online By Leslie-Jean Thornton, Arizona State University and Susan Keith, Rutgers University Chapter 7: Evaluating the Class By Jennifer Jacobs Henderson and William G. Christ, Trinity University Chapter 8: Preparing for Next Semester By Carol B. Schwalbe, University of Arizona Chapter 9: Beyond the Classroom By Natalie T. J. Tindall, Lamar University Contributors Index Proceeds from “Master Class” will go to fund programs for the AEJMC Standing Elected Committee on Teaching
