Problem-solving techniques for all aspects of the English teacher's job This unique time-saving book is packed with tested techniques and materials to assist new and experienced English teachers with virtually every phase of their job from lesson planning to effective discipline techniques. The book includes 175 easy-to-understand strategies, lessons, checklists, and forms for effective classroom management and over 50 reproducible samples teachers can adopt immediately for planning, evaluation, or assignments. It is filled with creative and functional ideas for reading response activities, writing assignments, group and individual projects, and speeches.
- Offers instructions for creating and implementing an effective classroom-wide behavior management program
- Shows how to practice the art of teaching English effectively and reduce time on labor intensive tasks
- Reveals how to work effectively with parents, colleagues, substitute teachers, administrators, and community resources
The second edition includes coverage of technology in the classroom, advice for working with reluctant readers, a wealth of sample teaching units and more.
About This Resource xiii
About the Authors xv
1 Beginning the School Year 1
Designing a Lesson for Day One 2
Learning Still More About Your Students 7
Helping Students Know One Another 15
2 Managing Your Classroom 17
Arranging the Room 17
Planning for Books, Paper, and Equipment 21
Planning an Efficient Classroom 24
Devising a Fair Grading System 34
3 Creating a Master Plan, Individual Units, And Daily Lessons 43