UOG contributors

Chapter contributors from the University of Guam are as follows:

• Chapter 9 – “Beaches, Temples, and Flying Proas: Reflections on Five Years Promoting Learner Centered Pedagogy” by Professor of Sociology Dr. Kirk Johnson and students Heather Garrido, Alyssa Gordon, M.G. Remitera-Huavas, Artemia Perez, and Amber Uncangco
• Chapter 14 – “Tapping Regional Strengths to Promote and Assess Academic Resilience” by Assistant Professor of Library Science and Networking Services Perry J.C. Pangelinan, English instructor Royce K.P. Camacho, and Senior Student Academic Counselor Arline E. Leon Guerrero
• Chapter 16 – “How to Help Students Excel in Reviews of the Literature” by Professor of Foundations and Educational Research Yukiko Inoue-Smith

Editorial advisory board members from UOG include Drs. Richard Colfax, Christopher Schreiner, Kyle Smith, and Dean Emerita Mary L. Spencer.

Book abstract

The mission of higher education in the 21st century must focus on optimizing learning for all students. In a shift from prioritizing effective teaching to active learning, it is understood that computer-enhanced environments provide a variety of ways to reach a wide range of learners who have differing backgrounds, ages, learning needs, and expectations. Integrating technology into teaching assumes greater importance to improve the learning experience. This book, consisting of 16 chapters, is divided into three sections: i) optimizing teaching and learning; ii) optimizing course design and pedagogy; and iii) optimizing learning activities and assessments.

The book is available for purchase from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, and IndieBound.