Five Big Ideas For Effective Teaching

Author : Donna Wilson,Marcus Conyers
Publisher : Teachers College Press
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780807778500

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This is the second edition of the seminal text designed to empower educators with an innovative and inspiring conceptual framework for effective teaching. This bestseller is grounded in the synergy of five big ideas for connecting mind, brain, and education research to classroom practice: neuroplasticity, potential, malleable intelligence, the Body-Brain System, and metacognition. Updated and expanded to include new sections on social and emotional learning, this edition offers a firm foundation for implementing current rigorous standards. The authors draw on their experience working with tens of thousands of educators worldwide to drive the book’s focus on practical application. Essential ideas are reinforced through vignettes, examples, inspirational stories from teachers, strategies, reflective questions, and current research on how people learn. “Five Big Ideas for Effective Teaching is a wonderful synthesis of some of the most important and impacting concepts to come out of the learning sciences and into the classroom. Any serious teacher and educational leader should consider this basic reading. A pleasure to read.” —Tracey Tokuhama-Espinosa, professor, Harvard University Extension School “Wilson and Conyers provide an excellent, gentle entry into the modern learning sciences while promoting clear understanding of their importance and impact on contemporary learners. This is a solid introductory text for pre-service teachers as well as a ‘quick start’ for updating skills for veteran educators.” —Linda Rittner, professor emerita, University of Central Oklahoma

Author : Lisa Carter
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 115 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Curriculum enrichment
ISBN : 1742398014

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The sequel to Total Instructional Alignment, this book peels back the complex layers of the change process to reveal the five big ideas at the core of successful schools. Five Big Ideas shows how focusing on these foundational ideas can simplify decision-making and help eliminate many of the petty day-to-day distractions that do little to promote effective teaching and learning. Teachers and administrators alike will appreciate the author's straightforward approach to making sense of school improvement. Drawing on her experience as a practitioner and consultant as well as respected educational research, the author outlines the contextual framework and process that will transform any school into a powerful teaching and learning organisation.

Author : Donna Wilson,Marcus Conyers
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780807763766

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Five Big Ideas for Effective Teaching by Donna Wilson,Marcus Conyers Pdf

This is the second edition of the seminal text designed to empower educators with an innovative and inspiring conceptual framework for effective teaching. This bestseller is grounded in the synergy of five big ideas for connecting mind, brain, and education research to classroom practice: neuroplasticity, potential, malleable intelligence, the Body-Brain System, and metacognition. Updated and expanded to include new sections on social and emotional learning, this edition offers a firm foundation for implementing current rigorous standards. The authors draw on their experience working with tens of thousands of educators worldwide to drive the book's focus on practical application. Essential ideas are reinforced through vignettes, examples, inspirational stories from teachers, strategies, reflective questions, and current research on how people learn. New for the Second Edition: An exploration of how guiding students to develop social, emotional, cognitive, affective, and behavioral competencies can improve their personal relationships, peer and teacher interactions, and academic outcomes. An examination of recent advances in understanding how brain plasticity extends over the life span, how working memory supports students to tackle more complex learning tasks, and how teaching students about growth mindsets can power learning. A synthesis of the science behind the power of positivity, learning potential, metacognition, the social aspects of cognition, and the Body-Brain System for classroom and school applications. An expanded reference list with relevant new publications.

Author : Lisa Carter
Publisher : Solution Tree Press
Page : 114 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2009-08-15
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781934009789

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Five Big Ideas by Lisa Carter Pdf

Outstanding leadership in a professional learning community requires practice and patience. Simply trying harder will not yield results; leaders must proactively train to get better at the skills that matter. This book offers a framework to focus time, energy, and effort on five key disciplines. Included are reflection exercises to help readers find their own path toward effective PLC leadership.

Author : Ben Rogers
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2018-04-18
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781315305424

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The Big Ideas in Physics and How to Teach Them by Ben Rogers Pdf

The Big Ideas in Physics and How to Teach Them provides all of the knowledge and skills you need to teach physics effectively at secondary level. Each chapter provides the historical narrative behind a Big Idea, explaining its significance, the key figures behind it, and its place in scientific history. Accompanied by detailed ready-to-use lesson plans and classroom activities, the book expertly fuses the ‘what to teach’ and the ‘how to teach it', creating an invaluable resource which contains not only a thorough explanation of physics, but also the applied pedagogy to ensure its effective translation to students in the classroom. Including a wide range of teaching strategies, archetypal assessment questions and model answers, the book tackles misconceptions and offers succinct and simple explanations of complex topics. Each of the five big ideas in physics are covered in detail: electricity forces energy particles the universe. Aimed at new and trainee physics teachers, particularly non-specialists, this book provides the knowledge and skills you need to teach physics successfully at secondary level, and will inject new life into your physics teaching.

Author : Dr Russell Grigg
Publisher : Crown House Publishing Ltd
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2016-06-02
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781785830464

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Big Ideas in Education by Dr Russell Grigg Pdf

Big Ideas in Education: What Every Teacher Should Know by Dr Russell Grigg provides an accessible and easily understood introductory guide to the big ideas that really matter in education. The teaching profession is saturated with ideas. Unfortunately, some of these are half-baked or fundamentally flawed. Dr Russell Grigg moves beyond the unhelpful supposed dichotomies that pervade current educational thinking child-centred versus teacher-centred, traditional versus progressive. Throughout the book, readers are invited to question assumptions and popular rhetoric and reflect on their own experiences. Big Ideas in Education aims to equip teachers with a good understanding of current thinking in a diverse, fluid and dynamic field. Each of the big ideas is discussed within the framework of four questions: what is the big idea, who is behind it, why is it important and what can you do? Big ideas are important, distinctive, empowering, adaptable and simple to understand. Dr Russell Grigg provides readers with a concise and reliable introduction to twelve such ideas, which are at the core of educational practice. The ideas chosen are general rather than subject-specific in nature. In turn, they invite the reader to look at teaching in wider society, address elements of learning which teachers actively promote, raise questions about why, how and what to teach and, finally, look at ways of improving the quality of education. The twelve big ideas under discussion are: (1.) Education education goes beyond the school gates and is a lifelong experience. (2.) Childhood children need time and space to explore, enjoy learning and develop as children rather than miniature adults. (3.) Knowledge knowledge is the foundation for learning. (4.) Skills learners need to develop a broad range of skills in real-life, relevant contexts. (5.) Dispositions effective learning depends upon cultivating positive dispositions. (6.) Ethics teachers' conduct should be guided by a moral purpose. (7.) Instruction direct instruction is a tried-and-tested means of effective teaching. (8.) Curriculum the curriculum is all the learning and assessment activities in school, both planned and unintentional, that contribute to agreed educational goals. (9.) Feedback providing personalised, accurate, specific and timely feedback is one of the keys to improving learning. (10.) Reflective practice good teachers critically analyse their practice with a view to improving what they do. (11.) Research research has a central role to play in the professional development of teachers. (12.) Professional leadership effective school leadership operates at all levels and is about shared vision, support and securing improvement. An ideal book for busy teachers who need to be kept up to speed with the latest thinking in education, this comprehensive guide provides the essential knowledge to keep you fully informed, whether leading staff discussions, submitting assignments or preparing for interviews. Suitable for teachers in any setting, from trainees and NQTs to more experienced practitioners looking to reflect on their practice, the book will also appeal to school leaders and teacher training providers.

Author : Robyn R. Jackson
Publisher : ASCD
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2018-08-29
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781416626558

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Never Work Harder Than Your Students and Other Principles of Great Teaching by Robyn R. Jackson Pdf

Some great teachers are born, but most are self-made. And the way to make yourself a great teacher is to learn to think and act like one. In this updated second edition of the best-selling Never Work Harder Than Your Students, Robyn R. Jackson reaffirms that every teacher can become a master teacher. The secret is not a specific strategy or technique, nor it is endless hours of prep time. It's developing a master teacher mindset—rigorously applying seven principles to your teaching until they become your automatic response: Start where you students are. Know where your students are going. Expect to get your students there. Support your students along the way. Use feedback to help you and your students get better. Focus on quality rather than quantity. Never work harder than your students. In her conversational and candid style, Jackson explains the mastery principles and how to start using them to guide planning, instruction, assessment, and classroom management. She answers questions, shares stories from her own practice and work with other teachers, and provides all-new, empowering advice on navigating external evaluation. There's even a self-assessment to help you identify your current levels of mastery and take control of your own practice. Teaching is hard work, and great teaching means doing the right kind of hard work: the kind that pays off. Join tens of thousands of teachers around the world who have embarked on their journeys toward mastery. Discover for yourself the difference that Jackson's principles will make in your classroom and for your students.

Author : S. G. Grant,Jill M. Gradwell
Publisher : R&L Education
Page : 231 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2010-07-16
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781607097679

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Teaching History with Big Ideas by S. G. Grant,Jill M. Gradwell Pdf

In the case studies that make up the bulk of this book, middle and high school history teachers describe the decisions and plans and the problems and possibilities they encountered as they ratcheted up their instruction through the use of big ideas. Framing a teaching unit around a question such as 'Why don't we know anything about Africa?' offers both teacher and students opportunities to explore historical actors, ideas, and events in ways both rich and engaging. Such an approach exemplifies the construct of ambitious teaching, whereby teachers demonstrate their ability to marry their deep knowledge of subject matter, students, and the school context in ways that fundamentally challenge the claim that history is 'boring.'

Author : Anita L. Archer,Charles A. Hughes
Publisher : Guilford Publications
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2011-02-22
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781462547913

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Explicit Instruction by Anita L. Archer,Charles A. Hughes Pdf

Explicit instruction is systematic, direct, engaging, and success oriented--and has been shown to promote achievement for all students. This highly practical and accessible resource gives special and general education teachers the tools to implement explicit instruction in any grade level or content area. The authors are leading experts who provide clear guidelines for identifying key concepts, skills, and routines to teach; designing and delivering effective lessons; and giving students opportunities to practice and master new material. Sample lesson plans, lively examples, and reproducible checklists and teacher worksheets enhance the utility of the volume. Purchasers can also download and print the reproducible materials for repeated use. Video clips demonstrating the approach in real classrooms are available at the authors' website: www.explicitinstruction.org. See also related DVDs from Anita Archer: Golden Principles of Explicit Instruction; Active Participation: Getting Them All Engaged, Elementary Level; and Active Participation: Getting Them All Engaged, Secondary Level

Author : Paul Cooper,Donald McIntyre
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Education (UK)
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 1996-02-16
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780335231164

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EBOOK: EFFECTIVE TEACHING AND LEARNING by Paul Cooper,Donald McIntyre Pdf

This book examines how teachers and students actually go about their classroom business. It carefully avoids the assumptions of policy-makers and theorists about what ought to be happening and focuses on what is happening. In doing so, Cooper and McIntyre offer: a detailed look at how teachers are responding to the National Curriculum a unique insight into secondary school students as learners a grounded analysis of teaching and learning strategies drawing on the psychological theories of Bruner and Vygotsky The book follows on from Donald McIntyre's previous book Making Sense of Teaching and will be of interest to student teachers, teachers studying for advanced degrees and academics involved in teacher education.

Author : Mike Bell
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 163 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2020-10-12
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781000196627

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The Fundamentals of Teaching by Mike Bell Pdf

Teachers are bombarded with advice about how to teach. The Fundamentals of Teaching cuts through the confusion by synthesising the key findings from education research and neuroscience to give an authoritative guide. It reveals how learning happens, which methods work best and how to improve any students’ learning. Using a tried-and-tested, Five-Step model for applying the methods effectively in the classroom, Mike Bell shows how you can improve learning and eliminate time-consuming, low-effect practices that increase stress and workload. He includes case studies from teachers working across different subjects and age groups which model practical strategies for: Prior Knowledge Presenting new material Setting challenging tasks Feedback and improvement Repetition and consolidation. This powerful resource is highly recommended for all teachers, school leaders and trainee teachers who want to benefit from the most effective methods in their classrooms.

Author : Dr.P.C. NAGA SUBRAMANI
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 243 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2024-06-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781365233180

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EFFECTIVE TEACHING AND LEARNING by Dr.P.C. NAGA SUBRAMANI Pdf

Author : Elisa Lynn Carbone,Elisa Carbone
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 1998-05-27
Category : Education
ISBN : 0761909753

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Teaching Large Classes by Elisa Lynn Carbone,Elisa Carbone Pdf

In this useful and practical book, Elisa Carbone offers a wealth of sound advice on how to deal with a large class, from the first day to end of term evaluations. Full of examples taken from many different disciplines, Teaching Large Classes will be an ideal companion for any teacher facing the challenge of the large introductory class.

Author : Phillip Ward,Shonna Snyder
Publisher : Human Kinetics
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2021-08-20
Category : Health education
ISBN : 9781492597810

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Core Teaching Practices for Health Education by Phillip Ward,Shonna Snyder Pdf

"This book focuses on health education-specific teaching practices. It presents core teaching practices situated within contemporary education practice and policy. It provides support for preservice and practicing health education teachers with short, to-the-point chapters, presenting strategies for preservice or new teachers as well as veteran instructors who may wish to change up their approach"--

Author : J. John Loughran,Amanda Berry,Pamala Mulhall
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2006-01-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 9789087903657

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Understanding and Developing Science Teachers' Pedagogical Content Knowledge by J. John Loughran,Amanda Berry,Pamala Mulhall Pdf

There has been a growing interest in the notion of a scholarship of teaching. Such scholarship is displayed through a teacher’s grasp of, and response to, the relationships between knowledge of content, teaching and learning in ways that attest to practice as being complex and interwoven. Yet attempting to capture teachers’ professional knowledge is difficult because the critical links between practice and knowledge, for many teachers, is tacit. Pedagogical Content Knowledge (PCK) offers one way of capturing, articulating and portraying an aspect of the scholarship of teaching and, in this case, the scholarship of science teaching. The research underpinning the approach developed by Loughran, Berry and Mulhall offers access to the development of the professional knowledge of science teaching in a form that offers new ways of sharing and disseminating this knowledge. Through this Resource Folio approach (comprising CoRe and PaP-eRs) a recognition of the value of the specialist knowledge and skills of science teaching is not only highlighted, but also enhanced. The CoRe and PaP-eRs methodology offers an exciting new way of capturing and portraying science teachers’ pedagogical content knowledge so that it might be better understood and valued within the profession. This book is a concrete example of the nature of scholarship in science teaching that is meaningful, useful and immediately applicable in the work of all science teachers (preservice, in-service and science teacher educators). It is an excellent resource for science teachers as well as a guiding text for teacher education.