Book Clubs

Book clubs offer an opportunity to build a small community that will explore the topics presented in books we have identified as timely and supportive of teaching and learning. These clubs will meet several times during the semester (please see dates below), at which time participants will engage in facilitated discussion focused on the reading. 

How Learning Works: 8 Research-Based Principles for Smart Teaching 

Join faculty across Virginia Tech’s campuses as we explore and discuss common teaching and learning challenges in a variety of contexts. Led by Virginia Tech faculty, Jodie Brinkmann, participants will discuss the process for practically incorporating the latest research into their teaching; explore effective, engaging, and relevant strategies for addressing teaching and learning challenges; and have opportunities to apply strategies this semester.

All meetings will be held virtually via Zoom and instructions for obtaining a free e-version of the book will be communicated following registration. Attendance at all meetings is not a requirement for participation. Space is limited to 20 registrants.

Meeting Schedule 

• September 10, 10:00-11:00 a.m. – Introductory Meeting 
• September 24, 10:00-11:00 a.m. – Facilitator led group discussion of chapters 1 and 2 
• October 8, 10:00-11:00 a.m. – Facilitator led group discussion of chapters 3 and 4 
• October 29, 10:00-11:00 a.m. – Facilitator led group discussion of chapters 5 and 6 
• November 12, 10:00-11:00 a.m. – Facilitator led group discussion of chapters 7 and 8  
• December 3, 10:00-11:00 a.m. – Wrap-up discussion