1st Edition

Challenging Common Myths of Teaching Practical Strategies to Transform Learners

By Thomas R. Rosebrough Copyright 2026
212 Pages 3 B/W Illustrations
by Eye On Education

212 Pages 3 B/W Illustrations
by Eye On Education

212 Pages 3 B/W Illustrations
by Eye On Education

What are some of the most common myths about teaching and learning? Renowned educator Thomas R. Rosebrough debunks ten popular beliefs and offers principles that will have a bigger impact in the classroom. The principles center on teaching for learners, not only to meet their academic needs but to transform their lives. The ten myths explore essential elements of instruction such as curiosity,... Read more

1. Nurturing Curiosity  2. Embracing Lecture  3. Engaging Learners  4. Discovering How We Learn  5. Testing, Testing  6. Challenging Learners and Building Hope  7. Finding Joy in Learning  8. Prioritizing Relationships  9. Securing Teacher Identity  10. Fostering Student-Centered Teaching

Biography

Thomas R. Rosebrough is the former Executive Dean of the College of Education and Human Studies at Union University. He currently serves as Emeritus Professor of Education, teaching graduate students in educational leadership. Rosebrough has taught at all levels, from elementary school through college, from undergraduate to doctoral education. Rosebrough is the lead author of Transformational Teaching in the Information Age: Making Why and How We Teach Relevant to Students (2011). He has published articles in state and national journals including The Teaching Professor, articles in two Canadian web journals, book chapters, and frequent columns in various newsletters and newspapers.