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Teaching with Style is a book that can be accessed for free using this link. Written by an award-winning psychologist and teaching professor, the book was created to enable the reader to discover about himself/herself as a teacher and a learner. In addition to content about Grasha's well-known teaching style theories, the book discusses "clusters" of teaching, and different methods and ideas for teaching based on your cluster.

This is the full pdf of Anthony Grasha's research on teaching styles (and learning styles). This goes much more into depth than my 15 min. power point.

This is a great website about teaching styles and their effects on teachers and students

This is a pdf of a whole book, but Chapter 4 (p154) is particularly pertinent to my presentation on teaching styles. It goes over the 5 teacher styles, 4 teacher style clusters, types of teaching methods associated with each cluster, as well as factors to consider when choosing a teaching method. It also contains more of the details and backgrounds in Grasha's research on teaching styles.

The website goes along with the Teaching with Style book (see previous bookmark). The Teaching Style Inventory is a 40-question survey to help quantify your teaching style according to Grasha's theories of teaching style. It can help you figure out your own style, as well as help identify areas where you can further develop.

A more manageable resource than Grasha's entire book. This 8-page paper that appeared in "College Teaching" essentially outlines chapter 4 of his larger work "Teaching with Style". It includes the 5 teacher styles, 4 teacher style clusters, types of teaching methods associated with each cluster, as well as factors to consider when choosing a teaching method. It also contains more of the details and background in Grasha's research on teaching styles.

The most effective teachers vary their styles depending on the nature of the subject matter, the phase of the course, and other factors. By so doing, they encourage and inspire students to do their best at all times throughout the semester. It is helpful to think of teaching styles according to the three Ds: Directing, Discussing, and Delegating.

This website has some really good resources about teaching styles including definitions and links to styles assessments

Spectrum of teaching styles was originally developed by Muska Mosston for physical education, but can be applied to any type of teaching. The website provides detailed information about each teaching style in the spectrum, further explaining each in terms of the teacher's subject matter objectives and behavior objectives. I find this theory to be quite specific about each type of style, which can be useful for both new teachers and teachers who are looking for new ways to teach.

This is a good website to go to for a quick overview about teaching styles. It's laid out well and easy to read.

Great summary charts of Grasha's learning styles, teaching styles, and teaching clusters, as well as a detailed chart of teaching methods and suggested approaches as it applies to the medical profession.

This is a really great summary about Anthony Grasha's 5 teaching styles that also offers recommendations on ways to adopt new teaching styles.

PBL Vs. Traditional teaching has always been a hot topic for teachers when deciding what teaching style they want to utilize. This website breaks down PBL style vs. Traditional style and even gives a great insight into a blended method which is more common than some think.

Dr. Stephen Chew is a professor and chair of psychology at Samford University in Birmingham, AL. He is a cognitive psychologist with interests in teaching strategies, formative assessment, and cognition & instruction. I have included brief descriptions of his video series below: Video series: "How to study long and hard and still fail… or how to get the most out of studying" Video #1: "Beliefs that make you stupid" 1. Learning is fast. 2. Learning isolated facts (note cards). 3. Fixed mindset. 4. Good at multi-tasking (while studying, i.e. texting, computer breaks, games, etc.) Video #2: Examined a study looking at "levels of processing." Study examines shallow v. deep processing, intent v. incidential exposure, and strict memorization. Group with deep processing (regardless of intent v. incidential) had the highest recall. Shallow = memorization. Deep = understanding, comprehending, applying, visualizing Video #3: Four ideas to achieve deep processing: elaboration (how does this relate?), distinction (how is this similar/different?), personal (how does this relate to experience?), appropriate retrieval and application (how am I expected to use or apply this concept?). Extent of use of each principle depends on professor style! Video #4: Study strategies: Ask questions! (facts [ok], relationships, compare/contrast, apply in new situation, apply to personal experience, etc.). Concept maps (visual learners?), Retrieve info in way teach expects (2 parts: recall without notes, use information). Also discusses note-taking, good highlighting. Video #5: Don't panic/deny failure. Evaluate exam preparation (lecture, required readings, study technique, etc.), review exam with professor, review notes!, talk with professor, develop revised study plan.

Follow up to my last post, this article written about medical school curriculum explains the differences within the two learning styles (Traditional vs. PBL). Studies show that a combination of both styles is the best way to teach and will produce a student who can excel on tests as well as on rounds/work area.

This is a great resource describing the different teaching styles and outlining pros and cons of each approach.

This is a really applicable resource to understand teacher-centered and student-centered teaching in a healthcare setting.

This is a great blog about education, in general but I stumbled on it while looking for teaching styles information.

Describes what factors to consider when choosing a teaching style

Study conducted that did not provide support nor negate the possibility of increased academic achievement with matched learning and teaching styles.

This is a great site to do preliminary research, gain a general understanding of various topics (including teaching style), and find resources for further learning. EduTechWiki is based out of the University of Geneva, and is a sort of encyclopedia of resources about instructional technology and related fields. Much like the unrelated Wikipedia, the database is open to the public to participate and contribute to site content.