Strategies for Effective Teaching

by Ornstein, Allan C.; Lasley, Thomas J., II

• ISBN13: 9780072564280
• ISBN10: 0072564288
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-07-25
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Languages

Summary

Strategies for Effective Teaching presents a thorough and current review of teacher planning, teaching methods, and teacher effectiveness research. Using the PRAXIS and INTASC criteria (teacher certification examinations) as a framework, the text explores how to effectively use the science of teaching in ways that ground an artful teaching ability. Teachers are both "born" and "made." The art of teaching emerges from the former; the science grows out of the latter. The text helps prospective teachers see that teaching skills complement effective teaching; they are not the focus of teaching. Tips for Teachers, research on effective teaching, and a focus on the learning paradigm (vs. the instructional paradigm) help pre-service teachers see that teaching is more than talking or telling. The new edition includes expanded treatment of technology, constructivism, and standards. New cases and updated research have been added, and a new book-specific Web Site accompanies the text.

Table of Contents

Part I: Perspectives on Effective Teaching Performance

Chapter 1: The Art of Effective Teaching

The Reasons for Teaching

The Art of Effective Teaching

The Concept of Learning How to Learn

The Learning Paradigm and Constructivism

A Final Note

Chapter 2: The Effective Teacher

Review of the Research on Teaching: The Science

Teacher Styles

Teacher Expectations

Teacher Traits

Teacher Effects

The Master Teacher

Cautions and Criticisms

Beyond Effective Teaching: New Research, New Paradigms

Part II: Professional Skills Associated with Effective Teaching

Chapter 3: Instructional Objectives

The Aims of Education

Types of Objectives

Educational Taxonomies

Establishing Specific Objectives

Applying Gronlund's Objectives

Writing Your Own Goals and Objectives

Additional Thoughts on Objectives

Chapter 4: Instructional Planning

How Teachers Plan

Unit Plans

Lesson Plans

Sample Lesson Plans

Chapter 5: Instructional Strategies

Instructional Approach I: If Teaching a Specific Skill or Process, then Use Practice and Drill

Instructional Approach II: If Checking for Student Understanding, then Use Various Forms of Questioning

Instructional Approach III: If Seeking to Present Complex Ideas Efficiently, then Use Lecture

Instructional Approach IV: If Fostering Critical or Creative Thinking, then Use Strategies that Emphasize Student-Centered Learning

The Instructional Debate

Theory into Practice

Chapter 6: Instructional Materials

Selecting Instructional Materials

Presenting Materials

Textbooks

Textbook and Pedagogical Aids

Workbook Materials

Simulations and Games

Theory into Practice

Chapter 7: Technology in the Classroom

A Rationale for Using Technology

Chalkboard and Display Board

Overhead Projectors and PowerPoint

Films

Televisions and Videos

Computers

Telecommunication Systems

Theory into Practice

Chapter 8: Instructional Grouping

Classroom Seating Arrangements

Whole Group Instruction

Small Group Instruction

Individualized Instruction for Enhanced Student Learning

Theory into Practice

Chapter 9: Classroom Management and Discipline

Approaches to Classroom Management

Implementing Alternative Approaches to Classroom Management

Discipline Issues

Theory into Practice

Chapter 10: Standards and Student Assessment

Criteria for Selecting Tests

Standardized and Nonstandardized Tests

Teacher-Made Tests

Authentic Assessments

Administering and Returning Tests

Theory into Practice

Chapter 11: Student Evaluation and Teacher Accountability

Types of Evaluation

Evaluation Methods and Approaches

Traditional Grading

Standard-Based Grading

Records and Reports of Performance

Communication with Parents

Accountability

Theory into Practice

Part III: Professional Development for Effective Teaching Performance

Chapter 12: Professional Development

Reforming Teacher Education

Helping the Beginning Teacher

Self-Evaluation

Supervision and Evaluation

New Forms of Evaluation

National Board Certification

Professional Associations and Activities

Theory into Practice