ABSTRACT
This book helps new and experienced teachers find solutions to common classroom challenges. It presents 25 real scenarios along with “What’s Effective”, “What’s NOT Effective,” and “Bottom Line” strategies for handling the most common teacher challenges. Ideal for high-interest staff development workshops or new teacher induction programs, this book shows teachers how to get students to do what you want them to do; deal with disrespectful student behaviors and handle “I don’t care” attitudes; deal with parents and difficult co-workers; and solve other common teaching challenges.REAL Teachers, REAL Challenges, REAL Solutions: 25 Ways to Handle the Challenges of the Classroom Effectively is for teachers who need common-sense answers to common teaching challenges, experienced teachers who seek to become even more effective, and teachers who believe in treating their students with professionalism and dignity.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
part |64 pages
Dealing with Students
chapter |3 pages
Getting Students to Do What You Want Them to Do
chapter |3 pages
Managing Student Talking
chapter |3 pages
Dealing with Off-Task Behavior
chapter |3 pages
Getting Students to Understand Concepts
chapter |3 pages
Dealing with Disrespectful Student Behaviors
chapter |4 pages
Getting Students to Complete Homework Assignments
chapter |3 pages
Getting Students to Participate
chapter |4 pages
Handling “I Don't Care” Attitudes
chapter |4 pages
Teaching All Students at All Levels
chapter |5 pages
Ensuring Success for Every Student
chapter |3 pages
Treating Students Fairly
chapter |3 pages
Getting Students “On Your Side”
chapter |3 pages
Recognizing Student Strengths
chapter |4 pages
Motivating Students
chapter |4 pages
Providing for Substitute Teachers
part |29 pages
Dealing with Yourself
chapter |3 pages
Planning Effectively
chapter |3 pages
Managing Your Time Wisely
chapter |3 pages
Adjusting Your Attitude
chapter |3 pages
Controlling Your Actions and Reactions
chapter |3 pages
Resisting the Urge to Gossip
chapter |3 pages
Being a Professional
chapter |3 pages
Enjoying What You Do
part |13 pages
Dealing with Others