"A useful tool for school counselors that outlines the root causes of girl bullying. It provides examples of ways to assess relational aggression in schools, as well as possible interventions." -Jennifer Betters, School Counselor Sugar Creek Elementary School, Verona, WI "This is a well-researched book that integrates theory and research with applications." -Carol Dahir, Associate Professor of Counselor Education New York Institute of Technology Break the cycle of social and relational aggression between girls! Girl bullying-also known as relational aggression-is a very real and pervasive problem in today's schools, and studies indicate that bullying between girls can be more covert than between boys, thus making it more difficult for school professionals to detect and address. Primarily written for school counselors, this book covers the causes and characteristics of relational and social aggression and outlines methods for assessment, prevention, and intervention. The authors answer questions about what girl bullying is, why it happens, what it looks like, how to measure it, and what educators can do to help girls with these issues. The book provides: School-based interventions to help students learn alternative, healthy ways of managing conflict Sample forms and checklists for documenting and addressing incidents of girl bullying An original 10-session curriculum for small groups Information on classroom dynamics, bullying, and cyberbullying Specific suggestions for working with parents and teachers Understanding Girl Bullying and What to Do About It helps professionals heal the divide between girls by giving them the tools to work through their problems thoughtfully and constructively.
"Short and to the point-a huge advantage! Easy to read and understand, and a great reference. This book is a must-have for every school building in every district!" -Rachel Aherns, Collaborative Resource Teacher Summit Middle School, Johnston, IA Build your knowledge of how the assessment process works! This compact handbook provides general and special education teachers with clear information about the types of assessments that help determine student eligibility for special education services. Written by legal and special education experts, this guide defines disability categories and explains applicable federal regulations as they relate to the assessment process in special education. The authors outline a multidisciplinary approach for comprehensive evaluations based on observation, interviews, and testing. This indispensable resource clarifies the teacher's role in the referral process and also covers: The components of a professional evaluation report Student behavior during assessment Making presentations to an Individualized Education Program committee An ideal step-by-step reference for instructors who have not had specific training in assessing students with special needs, Understanding Assessment in the Special Education Process helps educators make the most effective use of available assessment options.
"Short and to the point-a huge advantage! Easy to read and understand, and a great reference. This book is a must-have for every school building in every district!" -Rachel Aherns, Collaborative Resource Teacher Summit Middle School, Johnston, IA Build your knowledge of how the assessment process works! This compact handbook provides general and special education teachers with clear information about the types of assessments that help determine student eligibility for special education services. Written by legal and special education experts, this guide defines disability categories and explains applicable federal regulations as they relate to the assessment process in special education. The authors outline a multidisciplinary approach for comprehensive evaluations based on observation, interviews, and testing. This indispensable resource clarifies the teacher's role in the referral process and also covers: The components of a professional evaluation report Student behavior during assessment Making presentations to an Individualized Education Program committee An ideal step-by-step reference for instructors who have not had specific training in assessing students with special needs, Understanding Assessment in the Special Education Process helps educators make the most effective use of available assessment options.
"This book should be on every middle and high school educator's desk and be required reading each summer. The authors discuss challenges that face our students and give teachers, counselors, administrators, and parents real tools and knowledge that should be implemented in every classroom." -Reginald Sirls, Director of Secondary Education Inglewood Unified School District, CA "This book is funny, entertaining, well written and well documented, and informative." -Jolene Dockstader, Seventh-Grade Language Arts Teacher Jerome Middle School, ID A proven-to-work tool kit for motivating adolescent learners! Motivating adolescents can be challenging task for any middle and high school teacher. With artful humor, this engaging and reader-friendly guidebook provides educators with an in-depth look at the ways that adolescents learn and offers activities that educators can use to inspire greater student interest and participation. Drawing on their backgrounds in social and behavioral psychology, the authors encourage you to create a vision statement for what you want to accomplish and provide the right tools to help you succeed. The book shows how to modify your instructional program by using: Three components of motivation Specific classroom management strategies Proven, brain-compatible activities for individuals and groups that boost students' academic, research, metacognitive, and social skills Steps to bolster learners' study skills Technology to effectively bridge the gap between how students learn and how instructors present information Insightful and appealing, this practical resource is the key to effectively meeting the learning needs of your students and helping ensure that every learner experiences success.
"This book should be on every middle and high school educator's desk and be required reading each summer. The authors discuss challenges that face our students and give teachers, counselors, administrators, and parents real tools and knowledge that should be implemented in every classroom." -Reginald Sirls, Director of Secondary Education Inglewood Unified School District, CA "This book is funny, entertaining, well written and well documented, and informative." -Jolene Dockstader, Seventh-Grade Language Arts Teacher Jerome Middle School, ID A proven-to-work tool kit for motivating adolescent learners! Motivating adolescents can be challenging task for any middle and high school teacher. With artful humor, this engaging and reader-friendly guidebook provides educators with an in-depth look at the ways that adolescents learn and offers activities that educators can use to inspire greater student interest and participation. Drawing on their backgrounds in social and behavioral psychology, the authors encourage you to create a vision statement for what you want to accomplish and provide the right tools to help you succeed. The book shows how to modify your instructional program by using: Three components of motivation Specific classroom management strategies Proven, brain-compatible activities for individuals and groups that boost students' academic, research, metacognitive, and social skills Steps to bolster learners' study skills Technology to effectively bridge the gap between how students learn and how instructors present information Insightful and appealing, this practical resource is the key to effectively meeting the learning needs of your students and helping ensure that every learner experiences success.
Immerse yourself in exploring the heart of teacher leadership! Practicing the art of teacher leadership requires self-reflection, creativity, and discipline. This comprehensive reader brings together the top voices in the field, encouraging teacher leaders to examine the tensions in their practice. Edited by recognized leadership experts Richard H. Ackerman, author of The Wounded Leader, and Sarah V. Mackenzie, this must-have resource contains classic essays and contemporary gems that explore teacher leadership in insightful and surprising ways. This well-organized compendium features stories and lessons from teacher leaders that explore current issues, underlying feelings, and fresh perspectives. Within a five-part structure, each section begins with an introduction and closes with questions designed to encourage reflection and discussion. Readers will be able to use: Stories, essays, and research findings for insight and exploration Protocols to structure conversations about common issues Ideas for inspiring and motivating other educators to examine and improve their practices Revealing the inner world of teacher leaders will prompt readers to think more deeply about their own leadership.
Immerse yourself in exploring the heart of teacher leadership! Practicing the art of teacher leadership requires self-reflection, creativity, and discipline. This comprehensive reader brings together the top voices in the field, encouraging teacher leaders to examine the tensions in their practice. Edited by recognized leadership experts Richard H. Ackerman, author of The Wounded Leader, and Sarah V. Mackenzie, this must-have resource contains classic essays and contemporary gems that explore teacher leadership in insightful and surprising ways. This well-organized compendium features stories and lessons from teacher leaders that explore current issues, underlying feelings, and fresh perspectives. Within a five-part structure, each section begins with an introduction and closes with questions designed to encourage reflection and discussion. Readers will be able to use: Stories, essays, and research findings for insight and exploration Protocols to structure conversations about common issues Ideas for inspiring and motivating other educators to examine and improve their practices Revealing the inner world of teacher leaders will prompt readers to think more deeply about their own leadership.
25 Formative Assessment Probes for the Elementary Classroom
Formative assessment is an important strategy for improving student achievement in mathematics. This resource provides tools and examples that allow primary educators to gauge students' knowledge of core mathematics concepts and strengthen their ability to teach effectively. The authors provide 25 formative assessment probes-brief, easily administered activities targeting specific mathematics ideas and concepts-to reveal common understandings and misunderstandings in student thinking. Field-tested with teachers and students at various grade levels, these powerful diagnostic tools help teachers modify their teaching and identify areas that require more instruction.
30 Formative Assessment Probes for the Secondary Classroom
"Cheryl Rose and Carolyn Arline provide a valuable resource to teachers who are interested in determining how their students think and answer questions in mathematics classes." -From the Foreword by Johnny W. Lott Director, Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning University of Mississippi Use these targeted probes to assess secondary students' grasp of key mathematics concepts! Research findings show that formative assessment is an important strategy for improving student achievement in mathematics. This practical resource by best-selling authors Cheryl M. Rose and Carolyn B. Arline provides tools and examples that allow middle and high school teachers to gauge students' knowledge of core mathematics concepts and strengthen their ability to teach effectively. The authors provide 30 formative assessment probes-brief, easily administered activities targeting specific mathematics ideas-to reveal common understandings and misunderstandings in student thinking. Field-tested with teachers and students at various grade levels, these powerful diagnostic tools help teachers modify their teaching and identify areas that require more instruction. Written in accessible language, this invaluable book: Discusses standards, research results, and practical craft knowledge Describes the purpose, structure, and development of mathematics assessment probes Helps teachers build on students' current understandings while addressing their identified difficulties Offers examples of the faulty thinking students are likely to exhibit and typical obstacles they may encounter These assessment probes will help teachers can make sound instructional choices and increase the mathematics knowledge of all their students!
