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what every first year teacher should know first tips on becoming seasoned and savvy in the public school setting
recently retired teachers bob and chris pierce share their combined seventy years of experience wisdom and success in this guidebook tailored to help the beginning teacher both understand and deal effectively with the rules and rituals that play such a major role in achieving success in todays public school . for those about to embark on a career in teaching it can be a nerve wracking time . from the first day a novice educator walks into the school building several challenges loom ahead that have nothing to do with planning lessons or grading papers . therefore bob and chris offer practical advice on topics such as teacher student interactions professional demeanor territorial colleagues and student stereotyping . one tip for example offers valuable guidance on how to praise a student perhaps quietly congratulate or compliment a student as he enters or exits the classroom . many times such one on one attention is taken as more sincere and less embarrassing than a public demonstration would be . additionally motivational quotes for teachers are sprinkled throughout the guide . this handbook provides illuminating insights to help beginning educators master their educational surroundings and circumstances and in turn begin to create a positive professional persona and reputation .
paperback lightning source inc 2008 isbn13 9780595473373 isbn10 0595473377
book type nf isbn 13 9780595473373 number of pages 117 publisher lightning source inc release date 62135769600000