Teach Well, Live Well

Strategies for Success
John Luckner - University of Northern Colorado, USA
Suzanne Rudolph - Private Practice, License Psychologist
Teach Well, Live Well
February 2009 | 248 pages | Corwin
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Description

"The information here—knowledge that veteran teachers have acquired through experience—will be a real life-saver for new teachers."
—Cynthia A. Givens, Director, The Education Station
Central High School, Cheyenne, WY

"This book is great for a working teacher because it gives just enough background to validate the concepts without overwhelming the practical application."
—Sharon Jefferies, Teacher
Lakeville Elementary School, Orlando, FL

A proven plan for finding fulfillment in and out of the classroom!

Teaching is a highly rewarding—and highly demanding—profession. Honoring educators for the invaluable work they do, this unique resource provides critical information about being a highly competent teacher while living a rewarding, satisfying life outside of work.

New and experienced teachers will find a unique collection of strategies for developing essential skills for being masterful in teaching and in life. Focused on preparation and effective teaching techniques, this nuts-and-bolts volume helps teachers find the right balance between personal and professional priorities and covers a wide range of topics, such as:

  • Increasing their teaching effectiveness
  • Improving their ability to collaborate with others
  • Developing self-care strategies for a vibrant personal and professional life

Featuring "bottom line" tips, reproducibles for teacher reflection and support, and up-to-date resources, Teach Well, Live Well is an essential tool for educators looking to enjoy vibrant, productive careers and lives.

Contents

Acknowledgments

Acknowledgments

About the Authors

About the Authors

Introduction

  • 1. Preparing Properly
  • Have a Great Year and Career
  • Maintain Perspective
  • Learn the Policies and Procedures
  • Be Proactive
  • Design the Physical Environment
  • Establish Student Routines
  • Develop General Rules of Conduct for Students
  • Prepare for the First Day of School
  • 2. Teaching Effectively
  • Understand and Appreciate Students
  • Attend to the Science of Teaching
  • Apply the Art of Teaching
  • Build and Activate Background Knowledge
  • Enhance Social Relationships and Promote Learning
  • Include Brain-Based Learning Principles
  • Increase Academic Learning Time
  • Ask Good Questions
  • Integrate Technology
  • Differentiate Instruction
  • Employ Graphic Organizers
  • Use Learning Centers
  • Assess and Monitor Students' Progress
  • Prepare for Statewide and Districtwide Assessments
  • Teach Study Skills
  • Instruct Students on How to Pass Tests
  • Value Cultural and Linguistic Diversity
  • Help English Language Learners Succeed
  • Include Adaptations for Students With Special Needs
  • Use Evidence-Based Practices
  • Incorporate Activities
  • Deal With Paperwork Efficiently
  • Develop a Substitute Folder
  • 3. Collaborating With Others
  • Foster Positive Relationships
  • Be a Great Team Player
  • Look for Mentors
  • Partner With Parents and Guardians
  • Facilitate Effective Student-Parent-Teacher Conferences
  • Manage Difficult Conversations
  • Recruit and Organize Volunteers
  • 4. Taking Care of Yourself
  • Balance Your Professional and Personal Life
  • Make Peace With Your Inner Critic
  • Love Your Personal Life and Your Career
  • Achieve Your Goals
  • Set and Maintain Boundaries
  • Manage Yourself and Your Time
  • Be a Lifelong Learner

Resources

  • Web Sites
  • References and Suggested Reading

Index

Index

Additional materials

Description

"The information here—knowledge that veteran teachers have acquired through experience—will be a real life-saver for new teachers."
—Cynthia A. Givens, Director, The Education Station
Central High School, Cheyenne, WY

"This book is great for a working teacher because it gives just enough background to validate the concepts without overwhelming the practical application."
—Sharon Jefferies, Teacher
Lakeville Elementary School, Orlando, FL

A proven plan for finding fulfillment in and out of the classroom!

Teaching is a highly rewarding—and highly demanding—profession. Honoring educators for the invaluable work they do, this unique resource provides critical information about being a highly competent teacher while living a rewarding, satisfying life outside of work.

New and experienced teachers will find a unique collection of strategies for developing essential skills for being masterful in teaching and in life. Focused on preparation and effective teaching techniques, this nuts-and-bolts volume helps teachers find the right balance between personal and professional priorities and covers a wide range of topics, such as:

  • Increasing their teaching effectiveness
  • Improving their ability to collaborate with others
  • Developing self-care strategies for a vibrant personal and professional life

Featuring "bottom line" tips, reproducibles for teacher reflection and support, and up-to-date resources, Teach Well, Live Well is an essential tool for educators looking to enjoy vibrant, productive careers and lives.

Contents

Acknowledgments

Acknowledgments

About the Authors

About the Authors

Introduction

  • 1. Preparing Properly
  • Have a Great Year and Career
  • Maintain Perspective
  • Learn the Policies and Procedures
  • Be Proactive
  • Design the Physical Environment
  • Establish Student Routines
  • Develop General Rules of Conduct for Students
  • Prepare for the First Day of School
  • 2. Teaching Effectively
  • Understand and Appreciate Students
  • Attend to the Science of Teaching
  • Apply the Art of Teaching
  • Build and Activate Background Knowledge
  • Enhance Social Relationships and Promote Learning
  • Include Brain-Based Learning Principles
  • Increase Academic Learning Time
  • Ask Good Questions
  • Integrate Technology
  • Differentiate Instruction
  • Employ Graphic Organizers
  • Use Learning Centers
  • Assess and Monitor Students' Progress
  • Prepare for Statewide and Districtwide Assessments
  • Teach Study Skills
  • Instruct Students on How to Pass Tests
  • Value Cultural and Linguistic Diversity
  • Help English Language Learners Succeed
  • Include Adaptations for Students With Special Needs
  • Use Evidence-Based Practices
  • Incorporate Activities
  • Deal With Paperwork Efficiently
  • Develop a Substitute Folder
  • 3. Collaborating With Others
  • Foster Positive Relationships
  • Be a Great Team Player
  • Look for Mentors
  • Partner With Parents and Guardians
  • Facilitate Effective Student-Parent-Teacher Conferences
  • Manage Difficult Conversations
  • Recruit and Organize Volunteers
  • 4. Taking Care of Yourself
  • Balance Your Professional and Personal Life
  • Make Peace With Your Inner Critic
  • Love Your Personal Life and Your Career
  • Achieve Your Goals
  • Set and Maintain Boundaries
  • Manage Yourself and Your Time
  • Be a Lifelong Learner

Resources

  • Web Sites
  • References and Suggested Reading

Index

Index

Additional materials

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Strategies for Success


February 2009 | 248 pages | Corwin

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"The information here—knowledge that veteran teachers have acquired through experience—will be a real life-saver for new teachers."
—Cynthia A. Givens, Director, The Education Station
Central High School, Cheyenne, WY

"This book is great for a working teacher because it gives just enough background to validate the concepts without overwhelming the practical application."
—Sharon Jefferies, Teacher
Lakeville Elementary School, Orlando, FL

A proven plan for finding fulfillment in and out of the classroom!

Teaching is a highly rewarding—and highly demanding—profession. Honoring educators for the invaluable work they do, this unique resource provides critical information about being a highly competent teacher while living a rewarding, satisfying life outside of work.

New and experienced teachers will find a unique collection of strategies for developing essential skills for being masterful in teaching and in life. Focused on preparation and effective teaching techniques, this nuts-and-bolts volume helps teachers find the right balance between personal and professional priorities and covers a wide range of topics, such as:

  • Increasing their teaching effectiveness
  • Improving their ability to collaborate with others
  • Developing self-care strategies for a vibrant personal and professional life

Featuring "bottom line" tips, reproducibles for teacher reflection and support, and up-to-date resources, Teach Well, Live Well is an essential tool for educators looking to enjoy vibrant, productive careers and lives.


Table Of Contents:

  • Acknowledgments
  • About the Authors
  • Introduction
  • 1. Preparing Properly
  • Have a Great Year and Career
  • Maintain Perspective
  • Learn the Policies and Procedures
  • Be Proactive
  • Design the Physical Environment
  • Establish Student Routines
  • Develop General Rules of Conduct for Students
  • Prepare for the First Day of School
  • 2. Teaching Effectively
  • Understand and Appreciate Students
  • Attend to the Science of Teaching
  • Apply the Art of Teaching
  • Build and Activate Background Knowledge
  • Enhance Social Relationships and Promote Learning
  • Include Brain-Based Learning Principles
  • Increase Academic Learning Time
  • Ask Good Questions
  • Integrate Technology
  • Differentiate Instruction
  • Employ Graphic Organizers
  • Use Learning Centers
  • Assess and Monitor Students' Progress
  • Prepare for Statewide and Districtwide Assessments
  • Teach Study Skills
  • Instruct Students on How to Pass Tests
  • Value Cultural and Linguistic Diversity
  • Help English Language Learners Succeed
  • Include Adaptations for Students With Special Needs
  • Use Evidence-Based Practices
  • Incorporate Activities
  • Deal With Paperwork Efficiently
  • Develop a Substitute Folder
  • 3. Collaborating With Others
  • Foster Positive Relationships
  • Be a Great Team Player
  • Look for Mentors
  • Partner With Parents and Guardians
  • Facilitate Effective Student-Parent-Teacher Conferences
  • Manage Difficult Conversations
  • Recruit and Organize Volunteers
  • 4. Taking Care of Yourself
  • Balance Your Professional and Personal Life
  • Make Peace With Your Inner Critic
  • Love Your Personal Life and Your Career
  • Achieve Your Goals
  • Set and Maintain Boundaries
  • Manage Yourself and Your Time
  • Be a Lifelong Learner
  • Resources
  • Web Sites
  • References and Suggested Reading
  • Index

Recent Product Reviews:

"The information here—knowledge that veteran teachers have acquired through experience—will be a real life-saver for new teachers."
Cynthia A. Givens, Director, The Education Station, Central High School, Cheyenne, WY
"This book is great for a working teacher because it gives just enough background to validate the concepts without overwhelming the practical application."
Sharon Jefferies, Teacher, Lakeville Elementary School, Orlando, FL
"This book has suggestions for organization that are invaluable to new or veteran teachers."
Jude A. Huntz, Adult Education Coordinator, St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church and School, Leawood, KS
"This is an amazing book. I would not hesitate to give this to someone who was starting on a teaching career."
Jane Hunn, Science Teacher, Tippecanoe Valley Middle School, Akron, IN

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