Kick-Start Your Class by
The "New York Times" bestseller author of "Dangerous Minds" has a new way to engage students LouAnne Johnson's newest book is a collection of fun and simple educational icebreaker activities that get students excited and engaged from the very first minute of class. These activities are great to use with students at all levels, and many of the activities include variations and modifications for different groups. Research has shown that the use of icebreakers increases student motivation by creating an emotional connection between the student and school. In as little as five minutes, a creative icebreaker can engage students' brains, encourage critical thinking, and much more. Includes a fun-filled collection of icebreakers that get students thinking and keeps them engaged Written by LouAnne Johnson, a teacher and acclaimed author of eight books Contains ideas for promoting creativity, unifying the classroom community, preventing disruptive behavior, and creating positive attitudes towards school and learning No matter what your students' age group this book will give you the tools you need to create a classroom environment that promotes learning.
The Complete Guide to Lesson Planning and Preparation by
This book provides expert advice on perennial issues in teaching - planning and preparation. By taking the best ideas from a variety of sectors, and drawing on an unusual breadth of experience as a teacher, parent and business manager, the author's advice is uniquely well-rounded and pragmatic. Packed with anecdotes, reflective questions and exercises, this enjoyable read covers everything a teacher needs to plan and prepare effectively, and use assessment to inspire more professional and fruitful lessons.
The Understanding by Design Guide to Advanced Concepts in Creating and Reviewing Units by
The Understanding by Design Guide to Advanced Concepts in Creating and Reviewing Units offers instructional modules on how to refine units created using Understanding by Design (UbD) and how to effectively review the units using self-assessment and peer review, along with observation and supervision. The Guide builds upon its companion and predecessor, The Understanding by Design Guide to Creating High-Quality Units, and like the earlier volume, it presents the following components for each module:
* Narrative discussion of key ideas in the module
* Exercises, worksheets, and design tips
* Examples of unit designs
* Review criteria for self- and peer assessment
* References for further information
UbD is based on a backward design approach and is used by thousands of educators to create curriculum units and assessments that focus on developing students¿ understanding of essential ideas and helping students attain important skills. The Guide is intended for use by individuals or groups in K¿16 education (teachers, school and district administrators, curriculum directors, graduate and undergraduate students in curriculum, and others) who want to further develop their skill in UbD. Users can work through the modules in order or pick and choose, depending on their interests and needs.
Additional resources, including worksheets, examples, and FAQs, are available as downloadable forms (including fillable UbD templates that can be saved electronically), making it easy for UbD practitioners to advance their understanding and their ability to create curriculum that leads to deep, meaningful learning.
Learning Targets by
Drawing on their extensive research and professional learning partner1/4ships with schools across the United States, instruction and assessment experts Connie M. Moss and Susan M. Brookhart explain how using student-centered learning targets enables schools to raise student achievement and create a culture of evi1/4dence-based, results-oriented practice. This practical guide includes reproducible planning forms to help teachers implement learning targets in their classro
The Together Teacher by
An essential guide for over-scheduled teachers Maia Heyck-Merlin helps teachers build the habits, customize the tools, and create space to become a Together Teacher. This practical resource shows teachers how to be effective and have a life Author and educator Maia Heyck-Merlin explores the key habits of Together Teachers-how they plan ahead, organize work and their classrooms, and how they spend their limited free time. The end goal is always strong outcomes for their students. So what does Together, or Together Enough, look like? To some teachers it might mean neat filing systems. To others it might mean using time efficiently to get more done in fewer minutes. Regardless, Together Teachers all rely on the same skills. In six parts, the book clearly lays out these essential skills. Heyck-Merlin walks the reader through how to establish simple yet successful organizational systems. There are concrete steps that every teacher can implement to achieve greater stability and success in their classrooms and in their lives. Contains templates and tutorials to create and customize a personal organizational system and includes a companion website: www.thetogetherteacher.com Recommends various electronic or online tools to make a teacher's school day (and life ) more efficient and productive Includes a Reader's Guide, a great professional development resource; teachers will answer reflection questions, make notes about habits, and select tools that best match individual needs and preferences Ebook customers can access CD contents online. Refer to the section in the Table of Contents labeled, Download CD/DVD Content, for detailed instructions."