Teaching K-12 Schools : A Reflective Action Approach

by Eby, Judy W.; Herrell, Adrienne L.; Jordan, Michael L.

• ISBN13: 9780131191112
• ISBN10: 013119111X
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-01-01
• Publisher: Pearson College Div

Summary

Well known for its emphasis on reflection, this very accessible K-12 general methods book has updated its model for reflective planning in teaching to better illustrate the connection between planning and professional standards.In addition to reflective teaching, this edition explores classroom management, diversity, standards, curriculum and lesson planning, active and authentic learning, technology in education, assessment, and working in the school community.General K-12 Inservice Teachers.

Table of Contents

Reflective Action in Teaching

Standards That Apply to Reflective Action in Teaching

A Graphic Model of Reflective Action in Teaching

Professional Standards and Accountability for Teachers

Creating a Safe, Healthy, and Happy Classroom

The First Week of School

Diana's Reflective Process

Standards That Apply to Classroom Management

Practical Classroom Management Strategies

Reflective Action Stories

Teaching Students How to Resolve Conflicts

Assessing and Meeting Students' Diverse Needs

Professional Teaching Standards Related to Diversity

Language Acquisition and the Classroom Teacher

Five Factors in Meeting the Needs of Diverse Students

Building Self-Esteem and Intrinsic Motivation

Using Assessment Devices to Identify Students' Needs

Using Standards to Guide Your Curriculum Planning

How School Curricula Are Planned

Examples of Long-Term Curriculum Planning

Curriculum Units That Give Students a Sense of Purpose

Planning Thematic Units to Fit Your Curriculum

Sequencing Learning Experiences

Examples of Thematic Units

Lesson Planning and Sequencing

Writing Objectives to Fit Goals and Outcome Statements

Planning Lessons for Active Learning

Writing a Well-Organized Lesson Plan

Sequencing Objectives in School Subjects

Sample Lesson Plans

Your Students Want Active, Authentic Learning

NBPTS Standards That Apply to Active, Authentic Learning

Retrieval Process

Presentation Skills That Increase Clarity and Motivation

Systematic Classroom Instruction

Engaging Students in Classroom Discussions &n

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