The Learning-Centered University: Making College a More Developmental, Transformational, and Equitable...

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Steven Mintz (Executive Director of Institute for Transformational Learning, University of Texas at Austin)

The Learning-Centered University

Making College a More Developmental, Transformational, and Equitable Experience

Steven Mintz (Executive Director of Institute for Transformational Learning, University of Texas at Austin)

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Johns Hopkins University Press
30 January 2024

Higher & further education, tertiary education

An essential guide to transforming the college experience for student success.

In The Learning-Centered University, renowned historian Steven Mintz unveils a comprehensive blueprint for addressing the critical issues of stagnating incomes and productivity, persistent wealth inequalities, and political polarization plaguing colleges and universities today. With practical strategies and a deep understanding of the history and future of higher education, Mintz outlines how we can transform higher education to promote access, affordability, degree attainment, and equity.

Mintz provides a thought-provoking analysis of the challenges facing higher education, from the growing disparities in resources and facilities to the need for a more holistic approach to students' development. He offers actionable solutions to create a more interactive, engaging, and skills-focused learning environment. From seamless community college transfers to embedding career preparation throughout the undergraduate experience, Mintz steers institutions toward a future that embraces innovation and student success.

This essential guide also explores the transformative potential of technology in education, the importance of equity and student support services, and the future of the humanities. Drawing on his vast teaching experience and expertise in student success, Mintz provides practical insights and strategies for driving academic innovation and overcoming resistance to change. The Learning-Centered University is an invaluable resource for educators, administrators, and policy makers who are dedicated to offering a more equitable, accessible, and impactful learning experience for all students.

By: Steven Mintz (Executive Director of Institute for Transformational Learning University of Texas at Austin)
Imprint: Johns Hopkins University Press
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 231mm, Width: 157mm, Spine: 30mm
Weight: 635g
ISBN: 9781421448022
ISBN 10: 1421448025
Pages: 360
Publication Date: 30 January 2024
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Preface Acknowledgments Introduction. Higher Education's Post-pandemic Future Chapter 1. Higher Education's Perfect Storm Chapter 2. The Challenges Ahead Chapter 3. The Shifting Higher Education Landscape Chapter 4. Lessons from the History of American Higher Education Chapter 5. A Learner- and Learning-Centered Vision for the Future of Higher Education Chapter 6. Thinking outside the Box Chapter 7. From Teaching to Learning Chapter 8. Enhancing Teaching and Learning with Technology Chapter 9. Rethinking Assessment Chapter 10. Helping Students Become Better Writers Chapter 11. Standing Up for Equity Chapter 12. Supporting Student Success at Scale Chapter 13. Campus Flash Points Chapter 14. The Future of the Humanities Chapter 15. How Innovation Happens Epilogue Appendixes 1. Insights from the Science of Learning 2. The Lexicon of Academic Innovation 3. Next-Generation Pedagogies 4. Technology-Enhanced Active Learning Tools 5. Strategies for Enhancing Equity and Student Success Notes Index

Steven Mintz (AUSTIN, TX) is a professor of history at the University of Texas at Austin and was formerly the founding director of the University of Texas System's Institute for Transformational Learning. He is the author of The Prime of Life: A History of Modern Adulthood.