Classroom Teacher's Survival Guide : Practical Strategies, Management Techniques and Reproducibles for New and Experienced Teachers

by Ronald L. Partin

• ISBN13: 9780130844743
• ISBN10: 0130844748
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1999-01-01
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass

Summary

For a new or experienced teacher, here is a repertoire of ready-to-use tips and strategies for solving everday problems in organizing and managing the classroom, working with students, maintaining classroom control, interacting with parents and school staff, and coping with the daily stresses of teaching. Included are proven suggestions, techniques and reproducibles to save time and handle problems in a variety of specific areas such as classroom routines, motivation, supplies, parent conferences, lesson plans, grading, conflict resolution, testing, team teaching, cooperative learning, homework and more.

Author Biography

Ronald L. Partin, Ph.D., educational psychology and counseling, has more than 25 years' experience in education. A former teacher and coach, he was a professor in the Department of Educational Foundations and Inquiry, and Coordinator of the Guidance and Counseling Graduate Program at Bowling Green (Ohio) University.

Table of Contents

About This Book	iv
Creating a Supportive Learning Environment	1	(60)
The First Day of School	2	(8)
Arranging Successful Classrooms	2	(1)
Students' Desks	3	(1)
Seat Assignments	4	(1)
Keeping Desks Clean	4	(1)
The Teacher's Desk	5	(1)
Basic Classroom Supplies	5	(1)
The Room Environment	5	(1)
Greeting Your Students	6	(1)
Getting to Know Your Students	7	(1)
Clarifying Expectations	8	(1)
Tasks to Accomplish	8	(1)
Additional Suggestions	9	(1)
First Day of School Checklist	10	(1)
Creating an Inviting School Climate	11	(3)
Humor in the Classroom	14	(5)
For More Information	17	(1)
Catalogs of Humor-Related Resources	18	(1)
Seeking Student Feedback	19	(1)
Rules	19	(2)
Hot Tips for Managing Classroom Behavior	21	(6)
Helpful Resources	26	(1)
Potential Classroom Rewards	27	(3)
Tangible (Physical) Reinforcers	27	(1)
Activity Reinforcers	27	(1)
Help the Teacher	27	(1)
Rental Privileges as Potential Reinforcers	28	(1)
Social Reinforcers	28	(1)
Intrinsic (Internal) Reinforcers	29	(1)
Creative Self-Expression	30	(1)
Corporal Punishment	30	(3)
The Case Against Corporal Punishment	31	(1)
For Additional Reading	32	(1)
The Teacher as a Skilled Helper	33	(7)
What Good Listening Is Not	33	(1)
Reflection of Feelings	34	(1)
Other Tips for Becoming a Better Listener	35	(3)
Barriers to Effective Communication	38	(2)
Handouts	40	(21)
Creating Successful Lessons	61	(46)
Lesson Plans	62	(2)
Beginning a Class	64	(2)
Action Verbs for Writing Instructional Objectives	66	(1)
Hot Tips for Maintaining Interest	67	(5)
Cardinal Rules for Effective Visuals	72	(3)
Review Techniques	75	(1)
Closing a Lesson	76	(2)
Putting More Pizzazz in Your Presentations	78	(3)
Voice	79	(1)
Nonverbal Communication	79	(2)
Improving Your Speaking Effectiveness	81	(1)
Homework That Helps	81	(5)
Interesting Homework	82	(1)
Making Assignments	83	(1)
The Homework Lottery	84	(1)
Collecting and Grading Homework	84	(1)
Handling Make-Up Work	85	(1)
Bulletin Boards	86	(1)
Assessing Student Performance	87	(12)
Grading	88	(2)
Tests and Quizzes	90	(2)
Grade Contracts	92	(1)
The Multiple-Option Grade Contract	93	(1)
Authentic Assessments	94	(1)
Portfolio Assessments	95	(2)
Performance Assessment	97	(1)
Self-Assessment	97	(1)
For Additional Information	98	(1)
Handouts	99	(8)
Alternatives to Lecturing	107	(50)
Hot Tips for Asking Effective Questions	108	(2)
Question and Answer	110	(1)
Brainstorming	111	(2)
Brainwriting	113	(1)
List Making	114	(1)
Class Discussions	114	(2)
Fishbowls	116	(1)
Artwork	116	(2)
Music	118	(1)
Guided Imagery	119	(1)
Journal Keeping	120	(2)
Field Trips	122	(3)
Ideas for Potential Field Trips	124	(1)
Guest Speakers/Panels	125	(2)
Debates	127	(1)
For Additional Reading	128	(1)
Films and Videos	128	(2)
Helpful Resources for More Information	130	(1)
Slides	130	(2)
Videotaping	132	(1)
For More Information	133	(1)
Dyadic Encounters	133	(1)
Demonstrations	133	(1)
Boardwork	134	(1)
Action Research	134	(1)
Interviews	134	(1)
Construction	135	(1)
Card Sorts	136	(1)
Rating Scales/Questionnaires	136	(1)
Oral Presentations	137	(1)
Role Playing	138	(3)
Dramatization	141	(2)
Simulations/Games	143	(2)
Helpful Resources	145	(1)
Cooperative Learning	145	(4)
For Additional Learning	147	(2)
Handouts	149	(8)
Building a Learning Community	157	(28)
Working with Other Teachers	158	(2)
Guidelines for Collaborative Teams	160	(3)
Helpful Resources	162	(1)
Working with Your Principal	163	(2)
Improving Parent-Teacher Relations	165	(1)
Parent Conferences	166	(4)
The Successful Open House	170	(1)
Substitutes	170	(2)
Working with Support Staff	172	(1)
Working with Volunteers/Aides	173	(5)
Handouts	178	(7)
In Search of Educational Excellence	185	(24)
Becoming an Effective Teacher	186	(3)
Suggested Reading on This Topic	188	(1)
Effective Teacher Checklist	189	(2)
Scoring Directions	190	(1)
Why Teachers Fail	191	(1)
Effective Schools	191	(2)
For Additional Reading	192	(1)
Professional Development	193	(3)
Professional Organizations	196	(5)
Educational Journals	201	(4)
General Education Periodicals	201	(1)
Research Journals	202	(1)
Subject Specialty Journals	203	(2)
Stress and Burnout in the Classroom	205	(4)
For More Information	208	(1)
Effective Use of School Time	209	(50)
The Erosion of School Time	210	(7)
A School Day	210	(1)
The School Calendar	211	(1)
Instructional Time	212	(1)
Teacher Time-on-Task	213	(1)
The Pace of Instruction	214	(1)
Student Time-on-Task	214	(1)
Conclusion	215	(1)
Notes	215	(2)
Prisoners of Time	217	(1)
Tips on Minimizing Classroom Interruptions	217	(1)
Teacher Time Robbers	218	(1)
Classroom Routines	219	(7)
Taking Attendance or Lunch Count	220	(2)
Distributing and Collecting Materials	222	(1)
Regaining Students' Attention	222	(1)
Seeking Permission to Leave the Room	223	(1)
Seeking Help	224	(1)
Students' Tools	224	(1)
Assignments and Homework	225	(1)
Storage Solutions	226	(1)
The Challenge of Paperwork	226	(5)
Causes of the Paper Deluge	227	(1)
Tips for Handling Paperwork	228	(3)
Communications	231	(1)
Teacher Time Log	232	(1)
``To Do'' List	233	(1)
Assessing Student Time-on-Task	234	(1)
Conquer Procrastination Now!	235	(4)
Procrastination Payoffs	237	(1)
Attacking Procrastination	238	(1)
Scrounging for Supplies	239	(2)
Potential Sources for Teaching Supplies	240	(1)
Student Help	241	(3)
Handouts	244	(15)
Helpful Teaching Resources	259	(1)
ERIC Clearinghouses	260	(2)
The Internet as a Learning Resource	262	(2)
Electronic Mail	264	(1)
Discussion Groups	264	(1)
Selected Education-Related Discussion Groups	265	(1)
File Transfer Protocol (FTP)	266	(2)
Tips on Getting Started on the Internet	268	(1)
Catalogs and Directories	269	(1)
Helpful Resources	270	(1)
Organizations	270	(1)
Dictionary of Internet-Related Terms	271	(1)
Sources of Educational Computer Software	272	(5)
Computer Software for Improving Teacher Productivity	277	(3)
Sources of Rubber Stamps	280	(1)
Suppliers of Instructional Materials	280