Alison Kennard A strength of this book lies in its exploration of the multiple elements which constitute meaningful learning and effective teaching within the transactional perspective...Where I found this book particularly effective was as a tool to stimulate thought and reflection concerning my own teaching practices, and the applicability of particular sections on critical thinking and self-directed learning...it is worth reading for an in-depth appraisal of what constitutes knowledge, teaching and learning. Art, Design & Communication in Higher Education, Vol. 1, No. 2