What the Best College Teachers Do

Ken Bain’s book “What the Best College Teachers Do” offers an insightful analysis of successful teaching strategies. Bain’s research, which spans fifteen years and involves approximately one hundred college instructors from a variety of disciplines and universities,

shows that great teachers place equal emphasis on their ability to engage and challenge students as well as their in-depth knowledge of the subject matter. They stand out for their conviction that instruction and student learning are vital, which makes this book a valuable tool for instructors of all stripes.