A practical guide to building confidence and well being in the classroom.&nbsp; Creating a Positive Learning Environment: The Savvy Teacher is based on the school of thought that teachers need to work with two curriculas - the first being the what they are going to teach, the 'open curriculum', and the second being knowing who and how they are going to teach it, the 'hidden curriculum'. It is the focus on the combination of who, how and what that will increase a teacher's sense of confidence and well being, and ultimately lead to a positive learning environment for their students. This book studies four areas of classroom management -- Proactive, Interactive, Restorative and Supportive. Part A: Becoming a Savvy Teacher clearly outlines the theory, practical strategies, skills and techniques that every graduate teacher needs to know, understand and be able to apply, in order to skilfully manage their students.&nbsp;&nbsp;Part B: Being a Savvy Teacher presents common graduate teacher questions, allowing readers to dip in and read a suggested solution to their problem, with cross references to the theory in Part A. The questions in Part B are divided across four terms, and reflect the different issues that may arise as the year progresses.KEY FEATURESDesigned for easy navigation between the two partsAITSL standards are referencedConversational writing styleHandy hints provide simple reminders of practical tipsMemorable phrases to use when faced with a difficult situation.

Creating a Positive Learning Environment: The Savvy Teacher

MacKay, Jenny

Medical Books

Oxford University Press

At the beginning of each semester in Australian universities, students entering teacher education courses are asked 'Why do you want to teach?' The answers vary, but the most prominent response is 'To make a difference'. Building on the market-leading success of the first two editions, Teaching: Making a Difference, Third edition, has been designed to launch students on their journey to become the kind of teacher who continually strives to deliver quality learning outcomes in all aspects of professional endeavour. Making a real difference in tomorrow's early childhood, primary and secondary classrooms is as much about understanding learning and learners as it is about understanding what makes a quality teacher and quality teaching. The unique four-part pedagogical structure of this series consistently provides students with a compass to navigate recent changes to the Australian Curriculum and practical strategies for the meaningful use of ICTs in the classroom. Part 1 The teaching profession Part 2 Understanding learning and learners Part 3 Preparation, practice and process Part 4 Effectiveness, professionalism and the future This edition draws together the voices and contemporary research of Australia's pre-eminent education academics. The culmination of their knowledge, hands-on experience and insight will help pre-service teachers develop their craft and technique and provide a framework to enable them to excel as future educators. Great teachers must maintain a broad range of skills, understandings, ideas and knowledge. They must also continually reflect on what they do and question not only their own practice, but also the ever-changing needs of their students and education at large. Teaching: Making a Difference, Third edition, empowers students to draw on the range of skills and personal attributes they will need to deal with the day?to?day realities of teaching, the intangibles and the serendipitous moments.

Teaching: Making a Difference

Education & Teaching

Godinho, Sally

Johnson, Nicola F.

Lowe, Kaye

Shaw, Kylie

Nagel, Michael C.

Keddie, Amanda

Moss, Julianne

Churchill, Rick

Letts, Will

McGill, MichÃ¨le

Vick, Melissa

Schools & Teaching

wiley

Teaching: Making A Difference, 4th Edition: Making a Difference

Lexy and Bruce: The Love Letters

You never know when true love will find you... or when you'll sniff it out! Lexy, a senior pitbull, escaped an abusive situation and finally found a loving home with her adoptive Momma. But even in her new family, something was missing... Until Lexy found her soulmate: a stuffed toy shark named Bruce. Lexy and Bruce: The Love Letters tells the story of how this unlikely duo forged a deep friendship that would last a lifetime. These love letters showcase Lexy and Bruce's unique bond throughout Lexy's latter years. In each letter, we read about Lexy and Bruce supporting each other through "thick and fin," whether the next challenge is a scary trip to "The Washer," a surprise visit to the hospital, or a battle with cancer. We also witness the true transformative power of love through Lexy and Bruce's activism! Lexy, Bruce, and their Momma have travelled around North America to raise awareness about animal rescues and shark conservation. They have spoken at conferences, they have featured in books and calendars, and they are even social media sensations! Now, for the first time, Lexy and Bruce's friendship is brought to life on the page. Through their words and the artful pen of their Momma, Lexy and Bruce remind us of the wonderful things that happen when we open our hearts to the world.

Parenting & Relationships

FriesenPress

You never know when true love will find you... or when you'll sniff it out!\nLexy, a senior pitbull, escaped an abusive situation and finally found a loving home with her adoptive Momma. But even in her new family, something was missing... Until Lexy found her soulmate: a stuffed toy shark named Bruce. Lexy and Bruce: The Love Letters tells the story of how this unlikely duo forged a deep friendship that would last a lifetime.\nThese love letters showcase Lexy and Bruce's unique bond throughout Lexy's latter years. In each letter, we read about Lexy and Bruce supporting each other through "thick and fin," whether the next challenge is a scary trip to "The Washer," a surprise visit to the hospital, or a battle with cancer. We also witness the true transformative power of love through Lexy and Bruce's activism! Lexy, Bruce, and their Momma have travelled around North America to raise awareness about animal rescues and shark conservation. They have spoken at conferences, they have featured in books and calendars, and they are even social media sensations!\nNow, for the first time, Lexy and Bruce's friendship is brought to life on the page. Through their words and the artful pen of their Momma, Lexy and Bruce remind us of the wonderful things that happen when we open our hearts to the world.

Resources for Instructors: InstructorCompanion Site Building on the market-leading success of the firstedition, Teaching: Making a Difference, 2nd AustralianEdition has been thoroughly updated to reflect the newAustralian Curriculum and its impact on providing pre-serviceteachers with a contemporary framework to help them excel as futureeducators.
Making a real difference in tomorrow’s early childhood,primary, middle and secondary classrooms is as much aboutunderstanding learning and learners, as it is about understandingwhat makes a quality teacher and quality teaching.
Strengthening the formula of its four-part thematic structurewith the integration of Australian Curriculumchanges, Teaching: Making a Difference, 2nd AustralianEdition is an essential introduction to the teachingprofession.
PART 1: The teaching profession PART 2: Learning and Learners PART 3: Preparation, Practice and Process PART 4: Effectiveness, professionalism and the future
This multi-authored volume draws on the expertise of eachcontributor and reflects the latest contemporary research. The textis supported by an updated, equitable multi-media package designedto meet the needs of individual learners.

Ferguson, Peter

Nicholson, Paul

Describes the shootings at Columbine High School in 1999, the police response, and the criminal investigation of the event, and includes details about the crime scene, the killers, the weapons, and the lessons learned from the event.

The Columbine School Shootings (Crime Scene Investigations)

Teen & Young Adult

Social Issues

Lucent Books

This series demonstrates how technology has evolved, transforming life at work, home and school; each volume focuses on a particular invention or device and through careful explanation and analysis, users learn about the device's development, how it works, its impact on society and likely future uses.

Robots (Technology 360)

Children's Books

Books in this series explore the scientific principles behind some of the most popular team and individual sports; basic physical science concepts are explained in an engaging and accessible manner.; This book presents the scientific principles and concepts relevant to the sport of taekwondo.; Each volume in the series focuses on one sport and opens with a brief look at the featured sport's origins, history and changes to rules, equipment, or techniques. Subsequent chapters cover the biomechanics and physiology of playing, related health and m

Taekwondo (Science Behind Sports)

Science, Nature & How It Works

Examines the issue of teen pregnancy, discusses its causes and effects, provides statistics, and explores the decisions that teens have to make when in this situation.

Dealing With Teen Pregnancy (Hot Topics)

Mahoney, Emily

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