Teach Well, Live Well
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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
Reviews
February 2009 | 248 pages | Corwin
| Format | Published Date | ISBN | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paperback | 27/02/2023 | 9781412955768 | $40.95 |
| Lifetime | 30/09/2024 | 9781452272498 | $37.00 |
"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