Creating a Self-Directed Learning Environment
Standards-Based and Social-Emotional Learning
Greg Mullen
- Exploring the Core, LLC
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Educate the whole child—improve the whole school.
Implementing evidence-based and innovative teaching practices can feel like juggling: If you have standards-based learning in one hand and social-emotional learning in the other, what do you do with cognitive development? This book shows you how to balance all 3, combining these concepts into manageable, realistic plans for success.
In clear, easy-to-follow language, master teacher and educational expert Greg Mullen introduces a flexible, three-tiered, visual framework designed for schoolwide collaboration. He also offers:
• An integrated philosophy focused on self-directed learning and the whole child
• Research sourced from CASEL and state programs and initiatives
• Attention to academic inclusion, behavior intervention, and classroom management
• Numerous illustrations, tables, and graphics
• Tools and supplemental resources for implementation
Make innovation work for your school. With this guide, you and your colleagues will build on your strengths, discover the potential of your existing programs, and implement smart changes that make a real difference for students.
Implementing evidence-based and innovative teaching practices can feel like juggling: If you have standards-based learning in one hand and social-emotional learning in the other, what do you do with cognitive development? This book shows you how to balance all 3, combining these concepts into manageable, realistic plans for success.
In clear, easy-to-follow language, master teacher and educational expert Greg Mullen introduces a flexible, three-tiered, visual framework designed for schoolwide collaboration. He also offers:
• An integrated philosophy focused on self-directed learning and the whole child
• Research sourced from CASEL and state programs and initiatives
• Attention to academic inclusion, behavior intervention, and classroom management
• Numerous illustrations, tables, and graphics
• Tools and supplemental resources for implementation
Make innovation work for your school. With this guide, you and your colleagues will build on your strengths, discover the potential of your existing programs, and implement smart changes that make a real difference for students.
Contents
Acknowledgments
Acknowledgments
About the Author
About the Author
Introduction
- Exploring the Core
- When Everything Was Perfect
- Perfect Circles Have No Beginning
PART 1: PRIMARY CONCEPTS
- Chapter 1: Standards-Based Grading
- Teacher Mastery of Standards
- Standards and Grading
- Defining Proficiency
- Adapting Assessments
- Reporting Proficiency
- Curricula and Resources
- Chapter 2: Social-Emotional Learning
- Self-Awareness and Management
- Social-Awareness and Relationships
- Societal Responsibility
- Chapter 3: Cognitive and Psychosocial Human Development
- Cognitive Human Development
- Psychosocial Human Development
- Developmental Mindset
- Special Education
PART 2: SECONDARY CONCEPTS
- Chapter 4: Self-Directed Learning
- Identifying Growth Versus Proficiency
- Make a Plan (SMART Goals)
- Resources
- Strategies
- Product
- Chapter 5 (Part 1): Behavioral Coaching
- Changing Role of the Classroom Teacher
- General Behavior Expectations
- Behavioral Coaching [In-Class Approach]
- Chapter 5 (Part 2): Behavioral Inclusion and Intervention
- Behavioral Inclusion
- Behavioral Intervention [School-Wide Approach]
- Chapter 6: Academic Inclusion and Intervention
- Academic Inclusion
- Differentiation for an Inclusive Model
- Standards-Based Differentiation
- Tiers of Academic Inclusion
- Tiers of Developmental Inclusion
- Academic Intervention
Conclusion
- Adopt and Adapt
- Quotes to Consider
Sources of Motivation (Resources and Citations)
Sources of Motivation (Resources and Citations)
Index
Index
Description
Educate the whole child—improve the whole school.
Implementing evidence-based and innovative teaching practices can feel like juggling: If you have standards-based learning in one hand and social-emotional learning in the other, what do you do with cognitive development? This book shows you how to balance all 3, combining these concepts into manageable, realistic plans for success.
In clear, easy-to-follow language, master teacher and educational expert Greg Mullen introduces a flexible, three-tiered, visual framework designed for schoolwide collaboration. He also offers:
• An integrated philosophy focused on self-directed learning and the whole child
• Research sourced from CASEL and state programs and initiatives
• Attention to academic inclusion, behavior intervention, and classroom management
• Numerous illustrations, tables, and graphics
• Tools and supplemental resources for implementation
Make innovation work for your school. With this guide, you and your colleagues will build on your strengths, discover the potential of your existing programs, and implement smart changes that make a real difference for students.
Implementing evidence-based and innovative teaching practices can feel like juggling: If you have standards-based learning in one hand and social-emotional learning in the other, what do you do with cognitive development? This book shows you how to balance all 3, combining these concepts into manageable, realistic plans for success.
In clear, easy-to-follow language, master teacher and educational expert Greg Mullen introduces a flexible, three-tiered, visual framework designed for schoolwide collaboration. He also offers:
• An integrated philosophy focused on self-directed learning and the whole child
• Research sourced from CASEL and state programs and initiatives
• Attention to academic inclusion, behavior intervention, and classroom management
• Numerous illustrations, tables, and graphics
• Tools and supplemental resources for implementation
Make innovation work for your school. With this guide, you and your colleagues will build on your strengths, discover the potential of your existing programs, and implement smart changes that make a real difference for students.
Contents
Acknowledgments
Acknowledgments
About the Author
About the Author
Introduction
- Exploring the Core
- When Everything Was Perfect
- Perfect Circles Have No Beginning
PART 1: PRIMARY CONCEPTS
- Chapter 1: Standards-Based Grading
- Teacher Mastery of Standards
- Standards and Grading
- Defining Proficiency
- Adapting Assessments
- Reporting Proficiency
- Curricula and Resources
- Chapter 2: Social-Emotional Learning
- Self-Awareness and Management
- Social-Awareness and Relationships
- Societal Responsibility
- Chapter 3: Cognitive and Psychosocial Human Development
- Cognitive Human Development
- Psychosocial Human Development
- Developmental Mindset
- Special Education
PART 2: SECONDARY CONCEPTS
- Chapter 4: Self-Directed Learning
- Identifying Growth Versus Proficiency
- Make a Plan (SMART Goals)
- Resources
- Strategies
- Product
- Chapter 5 (Part 1): Behavioral Coaching
- Changing Role of the Classroom Teacher
- General Behavior Expectations
- Behavioral Coaching [In-Class Approach]
- Chapter 5 (Part 2): Behavioral Inclusion and Intervention
- Behavioral Inclusion
- Behavioral Intervention [School-Wide Approach]
- Chapter 6: Academic Inclusion and Intervention
- Academic Inclusion
- Differentiation for an Inclusive Model
- Standards-Based Differentiation
- Tiers of Academic Inclusion
- Tiers of Developmental Inclusion
- Academic Intervention
Conclusion
- Adopt and Adapt
- Quotes to Consider
Sources of Motivation (Resources and Citations)
Sources of Motivation (Resources and Citations)
Index
Index
Reviews
Creating a Self-Directed Learning Environment
Standards-Based and Social-Emotional Learning
November 2019 | 184 pages | Corwin
| Format | Published Date | ISBN | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paperback | 27/02/2023 | 9781544384245 | $39.95 |
| Lifetime | 27/02/2023 | 9781544384269 | $36.00 |
Educate the whole child—improve the whole school.
Implementing evidence-based and innovative teaching practices can feel like juggling: If you have standards-based learning in one hand and social-emotional learning in the other, what do you do with cognitive development? This book shows you how to balance all 3, combining these concepts into manageable, realistic plans for success.
In clear, easy-to-follow language, master teacher and educational expert Greg Mullen introduces a flexible, three-tiered, visual framework designed for schoolwide collaboration. He also offers:
• An integrated philosophy focused on self-directed learning and the whole child
• Research sourced from CASEL and state programs and initiatives
• Attention to academic inclusion, behavior intervention, and classroom management
• Numerous illustrations, tables, and graphics
• Tools and supplemental resources for implementation
Make innovation work for your school. With this guide, you and your colleagues will build on your strengths, discover the potential of your existing programs, and implement smart changes that make a real difference for students.
Implementing evidence-based and innovative teaching practices can feel like juggling: If you have standards-based learning in one hand and social-emotional learning in the other, what do you do with cognitive development? This book shows you how to balance all 3, combining these concepts into manageable, realistic plans for success.
In clear, easy-to-follow language, master teacher and educational expert Greg Mullen introduces a flexible, three-tiered, visual framework designed for schoolwide collaboration. He also offers:
• An integrated philosophy focused on self-directed learning and the whole child
• Research sourced from CASEL and state programs and initiatives
• Attention to academic inclusion, behavior intervention, and classroom management
• Numerous illustrations, tables, and graphics
• Tools and supplemental resources for implementation
Make innovation work for your school. With this guide, you and your colleagues will build on your strengths, discover the potential of your existing programs, and implement smart changes that make a real difference for students.
Table Of Contents:
- Acknowledgments
- About the Author
- Introduction
- Exploring the Core
- When Everything Was Perfect
- Perfect Circles Have No Beginning
- PART 1: PRIMARY CONCEPTS
- Chapter 1: Standards-Based Grading
- Teacher Mastery of Standards
- Standards and Grading
- Defining Proficiency
- Adapting Assessments
- Reporting Proficiency
- Curricula and Resources
- Chapter 2: Social-Emotional Learning
- Self-Awareness and Management
- Social-Awareness and Relationships
- Societal Responsibility
- Chapter 3: Cognitive and Psychosocial Human Development
- Cognitive Human Development
- Psychosocial Human Development
- Developmental Mindset
- Special Education
- PART 2: SECONDARY CONCEPTS
- Chapter 4: Self-Directed Learning
- Identifying Growth Versus Proficiency
- Make a Plan (SMART Goals)
- Resources
- Strategies
- Product
- Chapter 5 (Part 1): Behavioral Coaching
- Changing Role of the Classroom Teacher
- General Behavior Expectations
- Behavioral Coaching [In-Class Approach]
- Chapter 5 (Part 2): Behavioral Inclusion and Intervention
- Behavioral Inclusion
- Behavioral Intervention [School-Wide Approach]
- Chapter 6: Academic Inclusion and Intervention
- Academic Inclusion
- Differentiation for an Inclusive Model
- Standards-Based Differentiation
- Tiers of Academic Inclusion
- Tiers of Developmental Inclusion
- Academic Intervention
- Conclusion
- Adopt and Adapt
- Quotes to Consider
- Sources of Motivation (Resources and Citations)
- Index
Recent Product Reviews:
"Creating a Self-Directed Learning Environment is filled with strategies on how to begin shifting toward a standards-based approach. These strategies will be extremely useful to all teachers, both those that are beginning their careers and those who are experienced and looking to implement standards-based and social-emotional learning."
Meghan Schofield, Third Grade Teacher, Wiscasset Elementary School, ME
"Greg Mullen infuses this book with a refreshing passion for teaching. Not only does this book clearly define Common Core Standards, but it also individualizes core standards for every learner, including meeting the all important social and emotional factors required so students can learn."
Charla Buford Bunker, FOCUS Instructor, Great Falls High School. MT
"Creating a Self-Directed Learning Environment is a skillfully balanced presentation for how to thoughtfully design and implement content standards, progress monitoring, and social emotional learning in the modern classroom.”
Ashley LaCroix, Technology Integrator, Wiscasset Elementary School, ME
"This book promotes self-reflection for the teacher as well as for the students, and it describes vertical planning to identify critical elements of key standards throughout the grade levels, all while being written in user-friendly tone that makes it accessible to all readers."
Lisa Graham, Director, Early Childhood Education, Douglas County School District, CO
"Greg Mullen provides useful guidance and valuable information for all teachers in this timely book on an important topic!"
Deb Bible, Educational Consultant, DeKalb Regional Office of Education, IL