A Compendium of
Learning and Teaching Strategies for College
Resources
Barrett, Grant. Perfect English Grammar: The Indispensable Guide to Excellent Writing and Speaking. Zephyros Press, 2015.
Very clear and concise presentation of various aspects of English grammar. Also includes a chapter on constructing paragraphs and longer passages.
Available behind the counter at the Santa Rosa Junior College Tutoring Center
Bassham, Gregory, et al. Critical Thinking: A Student's Introduction. 6th ed., Stylus, 2018.
A thorough discussion of critical thinking, including how to write argumentative essays.
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Bennett, Robert F. Gaining Control. 1st ed. The Franklin Institute, 1987.
Contains detailed notes on how to improve one's motivation to learn.
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Berry, Elizabeth, et al. Learning from the Learners: Successful College Students Share Their Effective Learning Habits. Roman & Littlefield, 2018.
SRJC Doyle Library LB 2395.L385 2018
Berry, Gwen, et. al. Listening and Note-Taking Strategy. The University of Kansas Center for Research on Learning, 2011.
A structured approach to teaching listening and note-taking using the SIMS instructional model.
Available behind the counter at the Santa Rosa Junior College Tutoring Center
Bulgren, Janis A. Teaching Cross-Curricular Argumentation. The University of Kansas Center For Research on Learning, 2022.
Available behind the counter at the Santa Rosa Junior College Tutoring Center
Carter, C. et al. Keys to Effective Learning: Habits for College and Career Success. Pearson. 7th Ed. 2017.
Available behind the counter at the Santa Rosa Junior College Tutoring Center
Dean, Deborah. What Works in Writing Instruction: Research and Practice. 2nd ed., The National Council of Teachers of English, 2021.
A discussion of various aspects of teaching writing in a classroom setting.
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Deshler, Donald D., et al. Teaching Adolescents with Learning Disabilities. 2nd ed., Love, 1996.
This book contains chapters by various authors who mostly address the teaching of learning strategies to middle and high school students. Nevertheless, many specific ideas can be carried over into the college level.
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Deshler, Donald D., et al. The Survey Routine. The University of Kansas Center For Research on Learning, 1997.
Available behind the counter at the Santa Rosa Junior College Tutoring Center
Drew, Sue, and Rosie Bingham. The Guide to Learning and Study Skills: For Higher Education and at Work. Gower, 2021.
Available behind the counter at the Santa Rosa Junior College Tutoring Center
Fairbairn, G. and Winch, C. Reading, Writing and Reasoning: A Guide for Students. McGraw-Hill Education (UK). 3rd Ed. , 2011.
SRJC Doyle Library LB 2395.F28 2011
Hock, M.F. et al. Possible Selves: Nuturing Student Motivation and Supporting Post-Secondary Transition. 2nd Ed.,Edge Enterprises, 2023.
Hock, Michael F., et al. Strategies Tutoring. Edge Enterprises, 2000.
Available behind the counter at the Santa Rosa Junior College Tutoring Center
Hollie,Sharroky. Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Teaching. 2nd Ed., Shell Education, 2017.
This book is aimed at faculty / instructors.
Available behind the counter at the Santa Rosa Junior College Tutoring Center
McClendon, Lisa. The Perfect English Grammar Workbook. Calisto Publishing, 2017.
Available behind the counter at the Santa Rosa Junior College Tutoring Center
McGuire, Saundra Y. Teach Students How To Learn. Stylus, 2015.
Available behind the counter at the Santa Rosa Junior College Tutoring Center
McLeskey, J., Maheady, L., Billingsley, B., Brownell, M. T., & Lewis, T. J. (2022). High Leverage Practices for Inclusive Classrooms (2nd ed.). Routledge.
This book is written by special educators for use at the K-12 level. Nevertheless, it contains important information that can be applied to tutoring and teaching at the college level.
Available behind the counter at the Santa Rosa Junior College Tutoring Center
McWhorter, Kathleen T. College Reading and Study Skills. 12th ed., Pearson, 2015.
This book provides detailed information about effective college-level learning strategies across the content areas.
SRJC Doyle Library LB 2395.3.M386 2013
Meltzer, Erica L. How To Write For Class: A Student's Guide to Grammar, Punctuation, and Style. The Critical Reader, 2019.
Available behind the counter at the Santa Rosa Junior College Tutoring Center
Minskoff, Esther, and David Allsopp. Academic Success Strategies for Adolescents with Learning Disabilities and ADHD. Paul H. Brookes, 2003.
This book mostly addresses the teaching of learning strategies to middle and high school students. Nevertheless, many specific ideas can be carried over into the college level.
Available behind the counter at the Santa Rosa Junior College Tutoring Center
Nist, Sherrie L., and Jodi P. Holschuh. Active Learning: Strategies for College Success. Allyn and Bacon, 1999.
Includes motivational strategies and specific learning strategies such as test taking.
SRJC Doyle Library LB 2395.N54 2000
Schumaker, Jean B. Fundamentals in the Theme Writing Strategy: Instructor's Manual. Edge Enterprises, 2003.
Includes extensive discussions of paragraph writing.
Available behind the counter at the Santa Rosa Junior College Tutoring Center
Sellers, D., Dochen, C. W., & Hodges, R. (2015). Academic Transformation: The Road to College Success (3rd ed.). Pearson.
Strategies for college success, including specific learning strategies and various aspects of student motivation.
Available behind the counter at the Santa Rosa Junior College Tutoring Center