The Educator's Handbook for Teaching with Primary Sources

The Educator's Handbook for Teaching with Primary Sources
Author: Scott M. Waring
Publisher: Teachers College Press
Total Pages: 257
Release: 2023
Genre: Education
ISBN: 0807769088

"This book introduces teaching with primary sources, including detailed examples of authentic and tested instructional ideas, approaches, and activities. It is designed to meet the needs of pre-K-12 teachers in social studies, English and language arts, mathematics, science, and other fields"--

A Handbook for History Teachers

A Handbook for History Teachers
Author: James A. Duthie
Publisher: University Press of America
Total Pages: 312
Release: 2012-09-28
Genre: Education
ISBN: 0761859918

History is not a mere chronicle of facts, but a dialogue between competing interpretations of the past; it should be taught as such. Teaching history in this way makes it both intellectually demanding and more interesting, while at the same time helps students acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to become functioning citizens in a democracy. The opening chapters provide the rationale for the study of history, its epistemological basis, and the logic of the discipline. The bulk of the book deals with practical ways to help students acquire, process, and apply information. In particular, it addresses the specific thinking skills required by the discipline, with many effective techniques for helping students to master them. The implications of this approach for teacher evaluation of student work are also addressed.

Handbook of Research on Professional Development for Quality Teaching and Learning

Handbook of Research on Professional Development for Quality Teaching and Learning
Author: Petty, Teresa
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 859
Release: 2016-06-16
Genre: Education
ISBN: 152250205X

As educational standards continue to transform, it has become essential for educators and pre-service teachers to receive the support and training necessary to effectively instruct their students and meet societal expectations. However, there is not a clear consensus on what constitutes teacher effectiveness and quality within the education realm. The Handbook of Research on Professional Development for Quality Teaching and Learning provides theoretical perspectives and empirical research on educator preparation and methods for enhancing the teaching process. Focusing on teacher effectiveness and support provided to current and pre-service educators, this publication is a comprehensive reference source for practitioners, researchers, policy makers, graduate students, and university faculty.

The New Elementary Teacher's Handbook

The New Elementary Teacher's Handbook
Author: Kathleen Jonson
Publisher: Corwin Press
Total Pages: 225
Release: 2010-10-22
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1412978092

"This resource is extremely timely and well thought out. Wouldn′t it be great if all principals gave their new hires this book along with their classroom keys?"--Andrea Ziembia, Fifth-Grade Teacher, Morton Elementary School, Hammond, IN "An indispensable companion for any new teacher, this book gives excellent advice for avoiding many hurdles and pitfalls and focusing on what′s important--becoming outstanding teachers of young children."--Carol A. Tateishi, DirectorBay Area Writing Project, University of California at Berkeley "The book′s lists, charts, tables, diagrams, and the narrative are amazingly helpful and insightful. This is more than a survival book; it is inspirational and affirming."--Mary Ann Sinkkonen, Assistant ProfessorDominican University of California Everything a new elementary teacher needs for getting started is right here! This comprehensive guide from veteran educators gives first-year teachers a multitude of classroom-tested strategies for those critical first days of school. Written in a reassuring tone, this authoritative handbook walks you through setting up your classroom, managing behavior, planning lessons, assessing students′ performance, and partnering with families. Thoroughly updated to meet the needs of today′s classrooms, this new edition includes the latest tips on: Teaching with technology Differentiating instruction for students from diverse backgrounds, including English Language Learners Preparing effective standards-based lessons Achieving professional growth through job-embedded professional development Teachers will find resources, samples, templates, homework contracts, strategies, checklists, and proven solutions to everyday challenges. Rest assured that you are not alone, and you will succeed!

Museum Educator's Handbook

Museum Educator's Handbook
Author: Graeme K. Talboys
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 232
Release: 2016-04-15
Genre: Art
ISBN: 1317093046

Described by GEM* as 'a very informative and practical book ... worth having on any museum shelf', the Museum Educator's Handbook is a thorough and practical guide to setting up and running education services in all types of museum, even the smallest, in any geographical setting. This third edition has been comprehensively updated to reflect the increased emphasis on the role of museums at all levels of education, from schools to further and higher education. There are new sections which deal with the importance of risk management and quality assurance, as well as guidance on the prevalent use of policy documents and new marketing methods. *Group for Education in Museums

The New Teacher Book

The New Teacher Book
Author: Terry Burant
Publisher: Rethinking Schools
Total Pages: 393
Release: 2010
Genre: Education
ISBN: 0942961471

Teaching is a lifelong challenge, but the first few years in the classroom are typically a teacher's hardest. This expanded collection of writings and reflections offers practical guidance on how to navigate the school system, form rewarding relationships with colleagues, and connect in meaningful ways with students and families from all cultures and backgrounds.

Museum Educator's Handbook

Museum Educator's Handbook
Author: Graeme K. Talboys
Publisher: Ashgate Publishing, Ltd.
Total Pages: 202
Release: 2005-01-01
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9780754644927

Described by GEM as 'a very informative and practical book... worth having on any museum shelf', the Museum Educator's Handbook is a realistic guide to setting up and running education services in all types of museums, even the smallest. This new edition has been thoroughly revised and updated, with advice on the use of websites, interactive displays, databases and other technology added throughout, and a new chapter on loan services, reflecting new research into their importance. The new edition reassesses funding, curriculum needs and educational policy in the light of recent reports and gives more advice on meeting informal education needs, from evening classes to museum-initiated courses.

Handbook of Early Childhood Education

Handbook of Early Childhood Education
Author: Robert C. Pianta
Publisher: Guilford Publications
Total Pages: 656
Release: 2015-08-12
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1462523730

Comprehensive and authoritative, this forward-thinking book reviews the breadth of current knowledge about early education and identifies important priorities for practice and policy. Robert C. Pianta and his associates bring together foremost experts to examine what works in promoting all children's school readiness and social-emotional development in preschool and the primary grades. Exemplary programs, instructional practices, and professional development initiatives?and the systems needed to put them into place?are described. The volume presents cutting-edge findings on the family and social context of early education and explores ways to strengthen collaboration between professionals and parents.

Handbook of Professional Development in Education

Handbook of Professional Development in Education
Author: Linda E. Martin
Publisher: Guilford Publications
Total Pages: 593
Release: 2014-04-16
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1462515274

This comprehensive handbook synthesizes the best current knowledge on teacher professional development (PD) and addresses practical issues in implementation. Leading authorities describe innovative practices that are being used in schools, emphasizing the value of PD that is instructive, reflective, active, collaborative, and substantive. Strategies for creating, measuring, and sustaining successful programs are presented. The book explores the relationship of PD to adult learning theory, school leadership, district and state policy, the growth of professional learning communities, and the Common Core State Standards. Each chapter concludes with thought-provoking discussion questions. The appendix provides eight illuminating case studies of PD initiatives in diverse schools.

Higher Education: Handbook of Theory and Research

Higher Education: Handbook of Theory and Research
Author: John C. Smart
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 587
Release: 2010-04-28
Genre: Education
ISBN: 904818598X

Published annually since 1985, the Handbook series provides a compendium of thorough and integrative literature reviews on a diverse array of topics of interest to the higher education scholarly and policy communities. Each chapter provides a comprehensive review of research findings on a selected topic, critiques the research literature in terms of its conceptual and methodological rigor, and sets forth an agenda for future research intended to advance knowledge on the chosen topic. The Handbook focuses on twelve general areas that encompass the salient dimensions of scholarly and policy inquiries undertaken in the international higher education community. The series is fortunate to have attracted annual contributions from distinguished scholars throughout the world.