Active Learning

Resources

Additional resources—beyond those listed here—can be found by searching our Resources Database. Listed below are some of the items on Active Learning that can be found in our database. Related search terms such as 'Gardner,' 'multiple intelligences,' or 'learning styles' may identify additional resources, including those that have been added recently.

Publications

Nagel, J., and Smith P. (2001). The art of personalized learning. NASSP News, 3 (2).

Pauley, J. A., Bradley, D. F., and Pauley, J. F. (2002). Here's how to reach me: Matching instruction to personality types in your classroom. Baltimore: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.

Shirley, L. (1996). Pocket guide to multiple intelligences. Clemson, SC: National Dropout Prevention Center.

Texas Education Agency. (1989). Learning styles of at-risk youth: A schoolwide study skills program. Austin, TX: Texas Education Agency.

Waxman, H .C., Walker de Felix, J., Anderson, J. E., and Baptiste, H. P. (1992). Students at risk in at-risk schools: Improving environments for learning. Newbury Park, CA: Corwin Press.

Wilson, D., and Conyers, M. (2000). Courageous learners: Unleashing the brain power of students from at-risk situations. Winter Park, FL: BrainSmart.

Web Sites

The Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD) is a unique international, nonprofit, nonpartisan association of professional educators whose jobs cross all grade levels and subject areas. Founded in 1943, ASCD's mission is to forge covenants in teaching and learning for the success of all learners.

Learning Styles and Multiple Intelligence

The National Society for Experiential Education (NSEE) is a nonprofit membership association of educators, businesses, and community leaders. Founded in 1971, NSEE also serves as a national resource center for the development and improvement of experiential education programs nationwide.