Unleash your inner teaching superhero Incorporating the principles of neuroscience not only transforms the practices that take place in the classroom, but also empowers teachers, equipping them with the tools they need to feel and be successful in their work. Written in a lighthearted, easy-to-read format, author C. Bobbi Hansen showcases the potential of brain-informed practices to empower teachers and learners alike. By centering instructional practices on research from the field of educational neuroscience, Teaching With Superpowers identifies ten "superpowers" that teachers can activate to optimize how their students' brains take in, process, and store information. Inside you'll find: How to optimize teaching and learning by understanding the science of how students learn 10 unique "superpowers" that will enhance your students' learning, including fueling attention and engagement, promoting culturally responsive teaching, boosting long-term memory, and championing neurodiversity Numerous classroom examples and resources applicable to any content area or grade level For all educators who are passionate about helping their students succeed and maximizing their teaching potential, this is your essential guide.
What teachers do to nurture healthy bonds with students, while maintaining high academic standards and high expectations for student achievement, is the concern of this book. Basing her work on a study of teachers and students, and illustrating the book with examples, Judith A Deiro describes six strategies that teachers can use to encourage strong bonds that do not require the teacher to become a counsellor or parent. She also discusses personal and professional resources of support for caring teachers.
"As a folklorist, writer, and teacher of writing, I know firsthand how interactive author Web sites make it possible for students to talk, meet, and exchange ideas with extraordinary writers. Reissman and Gura have devised a brilliant strategy for utilizing the World Wide Web in the service of literacy. This book offers a wide range of opportunities for teachers and students to use these free resources to foster literacy and learning in the classroom." -Steve Zeitlin, Director City Lore Foster students' literacy and learning in the digital age through the engaging world of author Web sites! Using the Internet as an instructional tool can be daunting, but this innovative guide demonstrates how very easily and effectively author Web sites can be integrated into any classroom as a free and accessible resource for instruction, thus fulfilling the mandate for using technology in teaching and learning. Rose Cherie Reissman and Mark Gura show teachers how to make the most of author Web sites-from such favorite authors as Jean Craighead George, Judy Blume, and Eric Carle-to deepen students' engagement with reading and invite students into a fascinating literary community. The authors offer a rich trove of resources for teachers to explore: Activities that encourage and energize reluctant learners to participate in class discussions Strategies to promote literacy learning, including nonfiction reading, narrative writing, visual literacy, and much more Suggestions for using Web sites as a learning tool in math, science, and social studies Simple instructions on how students can create their own author-focused Web sites No matter what your level of technological expertise, this book provides the guidance needed to use author Web sites to encourage students' lifelong literacy.
Using Comic Books, Graphic Novels, Anime, Cartoons, and More to Develop Comprehension and Thinking Skills
This book gives teachers an understanding of the research behind visual literacy, and ideas for putting it into practice in their classrooms. It is ideal for any teacher wanting to incorporate film, comics, internet, or any other visual media into their teaching.
"Williams' passion for helping teachers look at content in new ways is precisely what we need. This book challenges educators to think outside the box." -Dennis Denenberg, Professor Emeritus Millersville University "This is not your typical social studies methods book. Williams' highly readable prose shows a deep respect for the marriage of American history content and teaching." -Elaine Wrisley Reed, Retired Executive Director National Council for History Education Turn your students into history detectives with these innovative teaching strategies! Written by a history educator, this exciting guide provides a unique approach that makes it easy for middle and high school teachers to engage students' critical thinking in history and social studies. Using a "CSI approach" to history, the author's six powerful strategies tap into students' natural curiosity and investigative instincts. Students become detectives of the past as they ghost-hunt in their neighborhoods, solve historical crime scenes, prepare arguments for famous court cases, and more. Each ready-to-use technique: Demonstrates how students can use primary and secondary sources to solve historical mysteries Includes sample lessons and case studies for Grades 5-12 Aligns with national standards, making the book useful for both teachers and curriculum developers Features review questions, reflections, and Web and print resources in every chapter for further reading Incorporate these strategies into your classroom and watch as students discover just how thrilling and spine-chilling history can be!
"Williams' passion for helping teachers look at content in new ways is precisely what we need. This book challenges educators to think outside the box." -Dennis Denenberg, Professor Emeritus Millersville University "This is not your typical social studies methods book. Williams' highly readable prose shows a deep respect for the marriage of American history content and teaching." -Elaine Wrisley Reed, Retired Executive Director National Council for History Education Turn your students into history detectives with these innovative teaching strategies! Written by a history educator, this exciting guide provides a unique approach that makes it easy for middle and high school teachers to engage students' critical thinking in history and social studies. Using a "CSI approach" to history, the author's six powerful strategies tap into students' natural curiosity and investigative instincts. Students become detectives of the past as they ghost-hunt in their neighborhoods, solve historical crime scenes, prepare arguments for famous court cases, and more. Each ready-to-use technique: Demonstrates how students can use primary and secondary sources to solve historical mysteries Includes sample lessons and case studies for Grades 5-12 Aligns with national standards, making the book useful for both teachers and curriculum developers Features review questions, reflections, and Web and print resources in every chapter for further reading Incorporate these strategies into your classroom and watch as students discover just how thrilling and spine-chilling history can be!
"This book continually comes back to the relationships formed between students and staff. Using an array of statistics and personal observations, Peters calls upon the heart and the conscience of the educator when asking you to 'bring your best' every day into the classroom." -From the Foreword by Alan M. Blankstein Motivate educators in a collaborative endeavor to bring about real change in schools and classrooms! Reflecting Stephen G. Peters' motivational workshops, this resource provides practical guidelines for influencing school culture and inspiring higher student performance based on understanding today's learners. The book provides strategies and tested techniques that have transformed struggling schools into national and state blue-ribbon winners. The author, well-known for creating the "Gentleman's Club," invites students who are considered at risk to participate in the decision-making process of school change. Eloquently illustrating the immediate need for improvement in our schools, this resource covers: The expanded roles for educators leading change initiatives The reasons why many students do not perform well Practical, specific tips for turning a vision for change into a school's reality Principals and teacher leaders will welcome this unique approach that can bring about meaningful transformations in students, teachers, and entire school communities.
Everyday Practices That Promote Success and Resilience in School and Life
This book offers an overview of resilience, draws on connections to diverse schools, and includes explorations and examples from everyday classroom practices that will improve teaching and learning while fostering resilience. By practising the methods covered in this book the authors have seen increased attendance, graduation, and teacher retention rates as well as decreased discipline and special education referrals.
