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Contemplative practices in higher education : powerful methods to transform teaching and learning /

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Barbezat, Daniel (Author), Bush, Mirabai, 1939- (Author)
Other Authors: Palmer, Parker J. (author of foreword.), Zajonc, Arthur (author of afterword.)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: San Francisco, CA : Jossey-Bass, [2014]
Edition:First edition.
Series:Jossey-Bass higher and adult education series.
Subjects:
College teaching > Philosophy.
Reflective teaching.
Reflective learning.
Transformative learning.
Contemplation.
EDUCATION / Higher.
EDUCATION / Teaching Methods & Materials / General.
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Table of Contents:
  • Foreword / by Parker J. Palmer
  • Preface
  • Acknowledgments
  • 1. Transformation and renewal in higher education
  • 2. Current research on contemplative practice
  • 3. Contemplative pedagogy in practice : two experiences
  • 4. Teacher preparation and classroom challenges
  • 5. Mindfulness
  • 6. Contemplative approaches to reading and writing
  • 7. Contemplative senses : deep listening and beholding
  • 8. Contemplative movement
  • 9. Compassion and loving kindness
  • 10. Guest speakers, field trips, and retreats
  • 11. Conclusion
  • Afterword / by Arthur Zajonc.