The Active Teacher: Practical Strategies For Maximizing Teacher Effectiveness - Couverture souple

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ISBN 10 : 1412973872 ISBN 13 : 9781412973878

Editeur : Corwin Press, Inc., 2009

Synopsis

"Ron Nash brings the voice of reason and sanity to the field of education. With his clear, big-picture vision and his emphasis on routines, rules, and relationships, these practical and well-written ideas will help new teachers and veterans alike build connections with students and fellow staff members, keep their students engaged and involved in their own learning, and help them maintain their passion for teaching."
―Jane Bluestein, Educational Consultant
Author, The Win-Win Classroom

Master proactive teaching skills that motivate students to learn!

Engaging and inspiring students is central to effective teaching, but it can also be a teacher′s greatest challenge. Written by nationally known teacher coach Ron Nash, this thought-provoking book shows how educators can build a partnership with their students and bring their teaching skills to a new level of excellence.

Drawing on his 30 years′ experience in teaching and staff development, Nash outlines a holistic approach to effective teaching, based on skillful planning and proven techniques for classroom management and facilitation. Emphasizing the "three Rs"―routines, rules, and relationships―Nash helps teachers lead students in a clear, consistent manner that wins their trust and develops their personal responsibility. Readers will find guidance on:

• Creating and sustaining a classroom community that promotes respect and achievement
• Fully involving students in learning while addressing a wide range of cognitive styles
• Collaborating with students, colleagues, and parents
• Using feedback and assessment to develop professionally and improve students′ academic performance

Discover a wealth of valuable strategies and activities that enhance both teaching and learning!

A propos du livre

À propos de l?auteur

Consulting Description See Ron's Presenter Profile Here! Ron Nash is the author of the Corwin bestseller The Active Classroom (2008), along with The Active Teacher (2009), and The Active Mentor (2010). Nash's professional career in education has included teaching social studies at the middle and high school levels. He also served as an instructional coordinator and organizational development specialist for the Virginia Beach City Public Schools for 13 years. In that capacity, Nash conducted workshops and seminars for thousands of teachers, administrators, substitute teachers, and teacher assistants. In 2007, he founded Ron Nash and Associates, Inc., a company dedicated to helping teachers shift students from passive observers to active participants. Download Ron Nash's product brochure "I was blown away at the conference and can't wait for the new school year to start so I can try all of the new ideas I received!" -Audra Bounds, Teacher Frederick County, VA "This was the best workshop I have EVER attended!" -Dawn Carter, Teacher Augusta County, VA "After teaching for 16 years, I was looking for inspiration and I found it. I'm excited to incorporate the innovative strategies Ron shared with me. The best part is the strategies are completely practical and doable." -Joanne Jimney, Teacher Chesapeake, VA "Your three-hour presentation was fabulous! When teachers give a standing ovation, this is the kind of program that will impact their daily teaching repertoire. Yours is an in-service that impacts how teachers engage students." -Patsy Slaughter, Elementary Principal Virginia Beach "This day reminded me why I became and love being a teacher." -Juli Weatherby, Teacher Chesapeake, VA "Attending Ron Nash's workshop changed my whole style of teaching. The tools I gained have rekindled my love for teaching and my students' love of learning." -Amber O'Malley, Second-Grade Teacher Austin, TX "As one of my colleagues stated about your professional development offering to us, "Now THAT'S what I'm talking about!" - Linda Emerick, High School English Teacher Wilmington, DE

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Corwin Press, Inc.
• Date d'édition: 2009
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1412973872
• ISBN 13: 9781412973878
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 152
• Éditeur: Nash Ron
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible