Why Teach?

Why Teach?

Author: Mark Edmundson

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published: 2014-08-12

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 162040642X

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Presents a collection of essays that explore a college education as a means through which serious-minded individuals broaden their minds and acquire life skills, arguing that higher learning is an essential remedy for today's problems.


The New Teacher Book

The New Teacher Book

Author: Terry Burant

Publisher: Rethinking Schools

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 393

ISBN-13: 0942961471

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Teaching is a lifelong challenge, but the first few years in the classroom are typically a teacher's hardest. This expanded collection of writings and reflections offers practical guidance on how to navigate the school system, form rewarding relationships with colleagues, and connect in meaningful ways with students and families from all cultures and backgrounds.


Culturally Responsive Teaching and The Brain

Culturally Responsive Teaching and The Brain

Author: Zaretta Hammond

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2014-11-13

Total Pages: 290

ISBN-13: 1483308022

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A bold, brain-based teaching approach to culturally responsive instruction To close the achievement gap, diverse classrooms need a proven framework for optimizing student engagement. Culturally responsive instruction has shown promise, but many teachers have struggled with its implementation—until now. In this book, Zaretta Hammond draws on cutting-edge neuroscience research to offer an innovative approach for designing and implementing brain-compatible culturally responsive instruction. The book includes: Information on how one’s culture programs the brain to process data and affects learning relationships Ten “key moves” to build students’ learner operating systems and prepare them to become independent learners Prompts for action and valuable self-reflection


How To Teach

How To Teach

Author: Phil Beadle

Publisher: Crown House Publishing

Published: 2010-06-11

Total Pages: 420

ISBN-13: 1845904125

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How to Teach is the most exciting, most readable, and most useful teaching manual ever written. It is not the work of a dry theorist. Its author has spent half a lifetime working with inner city kids and has helped them to discover an entirely new view of themselves. This book lets you into the tricks of the trade that will help you to do the same, from the minutiae of how to manage difficult classes through to exactly what you should be looking for when you mark their work. How to Teachcovers everything you need to know in order to be the best teacher you can possibly be.


The Co-Teaching Book of Lists

The Co-Teaching Book of Lists

Author: Katherine D. Perez

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2012-06-26

Total Pages: 295

ISBN-13: 1118017447

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Practical strategies for teachers who share classroom teaching responsibilities Filled with down-to-earth ideas, suggestions, strategies, and techniques, The Co-Teaching Book of Lists provides educators with a hands-on resource for making the co-teaching experience a success. Written by educator and popular teacher trainer Kathy Perez, this book gives educators a classroom-tested and user-friendly reference for the co-taught classroom. Topics covered include: roles and responsibilities; setting up the classroom; establishing classroom climate; effective accommodations and modifications for students; goal-setting; negotiating conflicts; scheduling issues; and more. Author Katherine Perez is a popular presenter and workshop leader for Bureau of Education and Research and Staff Development for Educators Offers best practices and helpful strategies for making co-teaching a success Includes a wealth of ideas that are both practical and easy to implement This easily accessible reference presents numerous positive and ready-to-use tips, strategies, and resources for collaborative teaching and student success.


Teach Like a Champion 2.0

Teach Like a Champion 2.0

Author: Doug Lemov

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2015-01-12

Total Pages: 512

ISBN-13: 1118901851

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One of the most influential teaching guides ever—updated! Teach Like a Champion 2.0 is a complete update to the international bestseller. This teaching guide is a must-have for new and experienced teachers alike. Over 1.3 million teachers around the world already know how the techniques in this book turn educators into classroom champions. With ideas for everything from boosting academic rigor, to improving classroom management, and inspiring student engagement, you will be able to strengthen your teaching practice right away. The first edition of Teach Like a Champion influenced thousands of educators because author Doug Lemov's teaching strategies are simple and powerful. Now, updated techniques and tools make it even easier to put students on the path to college readiness. Here are just a few of the brand new resources available in the 2.0 edition: Over 70 new video clips of real teachers modeling the techniques in the classroom (note: for online access of this content, please visit my.teachlikeachampion.com) A selection of never before seen techniques inspired by top teachers around the world Brand new structure emphasizing the most important techniques and step by step teaching guidelines Updated content reflecting the latest best practices from outstanding educators Organized by category and technique, the book’s structure enables you to read start to finish, or dip in anywhere for the specific challenge you’re seeking to address. With examples from outstanding teachers, videos, and additional, continuously updated resources at teachlikeachampion.com, you will soon be teaching like a champion. The classroom techniques you'll learn in this book can be adapted to suit any context. Find out why Teach Like a Champion is a "teaching Bible" for so many educators worldwide.


Love Me Gently

Love Me Gently

Author: Lisa Wiehebrink

Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub

Published: 2012-12-01

Total Pages: 28

ISBN-13: 9781481026642

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What happens when Cooper, a newly adopted puppy, takes up residence in Henry's home? The little pooch sure is adorable, but who knew he had so much to learn! Love Me Gently is a kid's guide to man's best friend. It captures the everyday challenges of raising a pup through a child's eye. But who is teaching who? Henry may be coaching Cooper, but he is also discovering valuable lessons about responsibility, unconditional love, patience, and kindness along the way!


Why We Teach

Why We Teach

Author: Sonia Nieto

Publisher: Teachers College Press

Published: 2005-06-25

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 9780807745939

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In Memoriam for Julia Gardner.


Teach Like a Pirate

Teach Like a Pirate

Author: Dave Burgess

Publisher: Dave Burgess Consulting

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780988217607

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In this book you'll learn how to: tap into your passion as a teacher - even when you're less than excited about the subject; develop creative presentations that capture your students' interest; establish rapport and a sense of camaraderie in your classroom; transform your class into a life-changing experience for your students. --from back cover.


The Tough Kid New Teacher Kit

The Tough Kid New Teacher Kit

Author: Ginger Rhode

Publisher: Sopris West

Published: 2002-12-01

Total Pages: 106

ISBN-13: 9781570354687

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The Tough Kid New Teacher Kit is the latest addition to the popular and time-tested "Tough Kid" management series. The authors have built on the strategies contained in previous Tough Kid books to offer a complete and practical system for managing the most recalcitrant class Especially designed for the first-time teacher, the kit contains: A simple, easy-to-use manual chock-full of tips, suggestions, and proven tactics that will make any class pay attention, be respectful, and comply with your rules; Attractive classroom charts that use Mystery Motivators and other Tough Kid strategies to clearly layout what happens when the class does, and doesn't, behave; Classroom games to make following the rules fun; The Tough Kid Tool Box, a book of forms, charts, and other reproducibles used successfully in many schools around the country.