ABSTRACT

This book focuses on basic strategies you can integrate into everyday instruction in every subject area and across grade levels. It shows teachers how to motivate and engage students. The practical examples in this book make it easy for you to apply these strategies in your own classroom. It presents lively stories about how teachers help their students succeed. You'll meet teachers of all types, from preschool to high school, and you'll hear the voices of real students.

Companion Study Guide Available

chapter A|5 pages

Achievement Is More Than a Test Score

chapter B|8 pages

Begin With the End in Mind

chapter C|7 pages

Catch Them Doing Something Good

chapter D|6 pages

Dealing With Diversity

chapter E|9 pages

Engagement Equals Success

chapter F|9 pages

Form Partnerships

chapter G|9 pages

Goals and Success

chapter H|7 pages

High Expectations for Everyone

chapter J|6 pages

Jump to Conclusions (Don't)

chapter L|7 pages

Literacy

chapter M|6 pages

Myths of Motivation

chapter N|7 pages

Never Give Permission

chapter O|8 pages

Owners, Not Renters

chapter P|8 pages

Perception is Reality

chapter Q|7 pages

Quantify Quality

chapter R|10 pages

Rigor is Not a Four-Letter Word

chapter S|7 pages

Scaffolding for Success

chapter T|8 pages

Track Progress, Not Students

chapter U|8 pages

Understanding at High Levels

chapter V|8 pages

Variety Is the Spice of Life

chapter W|7 pages

What You See Is What You Get

chapter X|9 pages

X-Factor

chapter Y|6 pages

You Are the Key

chapter Z|3 pages

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