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Teach Well, Live Well

Strategies for Success

By: John Luckner, Suzanne Rudolph

A proven plan for finding fulfillment in and out of the classroom!

Teaching is a highly rewarding—and highly demanding—profession. This practical resource offers new and experienced teachers a unique collection of strategies for developing essential skills for being masterful in teaching and in life. Focused on preparation and effective teaching techniques, this nuts-and-bolts volume helps teachers find the right balance between personal and professional priorities and covers a wide range of topics, such as:

Increasing their teaching effectiveness
Improving their ability to collaborate with others
Developing self-care strategies for a vibrant personal and professional life

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Grade Level: PreK-12, Elementary, Secondary
ISBN: 9781412955768
Published By: Corwin
Year: 2009
Page Count: 248
Publication date: February 25, 2009

Price: $40.95

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"The information here—knowledge that veteran teachers have acquired through experience—will be a real life-saver for new teachers."
—Cynthia A. Givens, Director, The Education Station
Central High School, Cheyenne, WY

"This book is great for a working teacher because it gives just enough background to validate the concepts without overwhelming the practical application."
—Sharon Jefferies, Teacher
Lakeville Elementary School, Orlando, FL

A proven plan for finding fulfillment in and out of the classroom!

Teaching is a highly rewarding—and highly demanding—profession. Honoring educators for the invaluable work they do, this unique resource provides critical information about being a highly competent teacher while living a rewarding, satisfying life outside of work.

New and experienced teachers will find a unique collection of strategies for developing essential skills for being masterful in teaching and in life. Focused on preparation and effective teaching techniques, this nuts-and-bolts volume helps teachers find the right balance between personal and professional priorities and covers a wide range of topics, such as:

Increasing their teaching effectiveness
Improving their ability to collaborate with others
Developing self-care strategies for a vibrant personal and professional life

Featuring "bottom line" tips, reproducibles for teacher reflection and support, and up-to-date resources, Teach Well, Live Well is an essential tool for educators looking to enjoy vibrant, productive careers and lives.

Key features

A teacher-accessible, nuts-and-bolts guide that presents each topic in 2-3 pages for the busy teacher with limited time
A "Teacher's Tip" feature after each topic
Research-based strategies that apply to school issues, working with others, and taking care of yourself as an educator
Reproducible sheets for teacher reflection and support, such as self-reflective checklists, brief mental health quizzes, and more
Up-to-date resources

Author(s)

John Luckner

John Luckner is a professor in the School of Special Education at the University of Northern Colorado. He has worked as a classroom teacher, teacher trainer, researcher, and author for the past three decades. His primary professional interests include teacher preparation, language and literacy development, and collaboration. He is the co-author of four books and one test, the author of several textbook chapters, and he has written more than 75 juried journal articles.

Suzanne Rudolph

Suzanne Rudolph is a licensed clinical psychologist, certified personal and professional life coach, and Clinical Member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. She has assisted others with making important changes in their lives for the past 16 years and has a private practice in northern Colorado.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments

About the Authors

Introduction

1. Preparing Properly

Have a Great Year and Career

Maintain Perspective

Learn the Policies and Procedures

Be Proactive

Design the Physical Environment

Establish Student Routines

Develop General Rules of Conduct for Students

Prepare for the First Day of School

2. Teaching Effectively

Understand and Appreciate Students

Attend to the Science of Teaching

Apply the Art of Teaching

Build and Activate Background Knowledge

Enhance Social Relationships and Promote Learning

Include Brain-Based Learning Principles

Increase Academic Learning Time

Ask Good Questions

Integrate Technology

Differentiate Instruction

Employ Graphic Organizers

Use Learning Centers

Assess and Monitor Students' Progress

Prepare for Statewide and Districtwide Assessments

Teach Study Skills

Instruct Students on How to Pass Tests

Value Cultural and Linguistic Diversity

Help English Language Learners Succeed

Include Adaptations for Students With Special Needs

Use Evidence-Based Practices

Incorporate Activities

Deal With Paperwork Efficiently

Develop a Substitute Folder

3. Collaborating With Others

Foster Positive Relationships

Be a Great Team Player

Look for Mentors

Partner With Parents and Guardians

Facilitate Effective Student-Parent-Teacher Conferences

Manage Difficult Conversations

Recruit and Organize Volunteers

4. Taking Care of Yourself

Balance Your Professional and Personal Life

Make Peace With Your Inner Critic

Love Your Personal Life and Your Career

Achieve Your Goals

Set and Maintain Boundaries

Manage Yourself and Your Time

Be a Lifelong Learner

Resources

Web Sites

References and Suggested Reading

Index

Reviews

"The information here—knowledge that veteran teachers have acquired through experience—will be a real life-saver for new teachers."

Cynthia A. Givens, Director, The Education Station
Central High School, Cheyenne, WY

"This book is great for a working teacher because it gives just enough background to validate the concepts without overwhelming the practical application."

Sharon Jefferies, Teacher
Lakeville Elementary School, Orlando, FL

"This book has suggestions for organization that are invaluable to new or veteran teachers."

Jude A. Huntz, Adult Education Coordinator
St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church and School, Leawood, KS

"This is an amazing book. I would not hesitate to give this to someone who was starting on a teaching career."

Jane Hunn, Science Teacher
Tippecanoe Valley Middle School, Akron, IN

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