Publication date:
16 June 2011Length of book:
134 pagesPublisher
R&L EducationDimensions:
240x163mm6x9"
ISBN-13: 9781610480239
In the early 21st Century, a new vision for classroom practice emerged that looks very different from the teaching that existed previously. This new teaching is a synthesis of effective curriculum, big ideas, nurturing relationships, differentiated instruction, appropriate assessment, teaching to standards, use of technology, and solid understanding of the content being taught.
Six core principles emerge from the new educational theory that have the power to define and organize this new vision for classroom practice and to transform teaching itself. Navigating the New Pedagogy: Six Principles that Transform Teaching provides this vital map of education's "new landscape" of the current best practices and philosophies.
Teachers, administrators, and education professors will find ideas that will help transform classrooms into positive, productive learning environments.
Six core principles emerge from the new educational theory that have the power to define and organize this new vision for classroom practice and to transform teaching itself. Navigating the New Pedagogy: Six Principles that Transform Teaching provides this vital map of education's "new landscape" of the current best practices and philosophies.
Teachers, administrators, and education professors will find ideas that will help transform classrooms into positive, productive learning environments.
In a world where there is increasing scrutiny of teachers, here is another book that states the obvious: it is the teacher's place to inspire, interest, and facilitate student learning. How this book differs from so many others is that the author, Halstead, has written a simple guide to achieving stellar results. From the first page to the last, Halstead opens the door to a fun and active learning classroom environment. Through specific description, thinking activities, and teaching modalities, he gives example after example of ways to transform subject matter into relevant, current, and real-life experience. Do not be deceived by the relatively simple-sounding principles he presents: "Make Kids Think," "Teach Big Ideas," "Nurture Student Learning," "Construct Meaning," "Build Relationships," and "Honor Individuality." Although the concepts are simple, he presents many creative examples that one could use for any subject matter or grade. This author's goal is to inspire creative thinking in elementary, middle, and high school teachers and teach them how to inspire leadership, teamwork, and critical thinking skills. It is an easy, inspiring read. Summing Up: Highly recommended. All readership levels.