The quest for quality in every school is unique. This new book shows you how to eliminate coercion, focus on quality, and institute an effective system of self-evaluation in your school. The author also provides practical guidance on common issues of school quality such as homework, tests, grades, retention in grade, ability grouping, team teaching, and discipline. "I loved it! Timely, practical, inspirational. It operationalized the concepts of choice theory and quality. I am eager to share this book with my colleagues." -Neil Chivington, school counselor, Maine.

Inspiring Quality in Your School: From Theory to Practice (The Inspired Classroom Series)

Education & Teaching

Sullo, Bob

Schools & Teaching

National Education Association

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Teach them to be happy

New View Publications

Expanded text offers even more ideas and activities to help teach young children how to lead happier, healthier lives. It is never too early to learn how people are motivated and why they behave as they do. Using the concepts of Applied Control Theory, Sullo explains how we can help children learn to self-evaluate their behaviors and meet their basic needs in responsible, balanced ways. Ideal for home or classroom. "Sullo shows how to teach Control Theory to very young people in a way that is fun and useful. "- William Glasser, M.D., author of The Quality School Author information: Bob Sullo has many years of experience in education both as an English teacher and as school counselor and psychologist. He is a faculty member of the William Glasser Institute and conducts workshops for both parents and teachers based on the principles of Reality Therapy.

Teach Them to Be Happy

Parenting & Relationships

New View Pubns

Why Read The Inspiring Teacher? The Inspiring Teacher is for every educator aspiring to create a meaningful professional identity and positively impact the lives of their students. Whether you're already teaching, training to become a teacher, or thinking about a career in education, The Inspiring Teacher is for you if you want more than just a job. It is for those committed to making a difference. The Inspiring Teacher includes teaching strategies and teaching methods to implement in your class, regardless of the level you teach. This teacher training resource will help and inspire both beginning and veteran educators. Parents, do you want your kids to internalize what you value and behave responsibly even when no one is watching and there is no promise of a "Student of the Month" award or a "Good Boy/Good Girl" shouted in their direction? If so, The Inspiring Teacher is a valuable teaching resource for you as well. If you want to make a positive difference in the lives of students, The Inspiring Teacher is for you whether you're an educator, a teacher in training, or a parent. The Inspiring Teacher is divided into two parts: Foundation and Application. Part I: Foundation offers an overview of motivation, brain-based learning, and developmental issues. Part II: Application provides teaching strategies and suggestions for teachers designed to: • Inspire students to work hard and succeed academically; • Inspire colleagues, becoming models and leaders in their schools; • Build positive, collaborative relationships with parents; • Manage conflict effectively, helping students and adults create win-win outcomes; and • Manage their time effectively so they have energy for those things that matter most. Every chapter of The Inspiring Teacher ends with a "Reflect, Personalize, &amp; Implement" section, making it easy for teachers to engage in productive conversation and formulate specific plans that enhance their professional lives and improve their schools. Schools need cost-effective professional learning opportunities that inspire more kids to work hard, succeed academically, and enjoy school. Reading and discussing The Inspiring Teacher represents one component of a comprehensive professional learning program.

The Inspiring Teacher: Making a Positive Difference in Students' Lives

Funderstanding LLC

The research is indisputable: Students are less disruptive and do better academically in schools that cultivate the internal motivation of students. In Activating the Desire to Learn, veteran educator Bob Sullo shows how to apply lessons from the research on motivation in the classroom. 
According to the author, we are all driven to fulfill five essential needs: to connect, to be competent, to make choices, to have fun, and to be safe. Studies show that when these needs are met in schools, good behavior and high achievement tend naturally to ensue.
Written as a series of candid dialogues between the author and K-12 students, teachers, counselors, and administrators, Activating the Desire to Learn covers everything you need to know to change the dynamics of learning in your classroom or school: 
 * A comprehensive overview of the research on internal motivation; * Case studies of strategies for activating internal motivation at the elementary, middle, and high school levels; * Suggestions on how to assess degrees of student motivation; and * Guidelines for integrating the principles of internal motivation with standards-based instruction. 
Motivating students is not the issue--the hunger to learn is ever-present. Yet schools continue to insist on the traditional reward-punishment model, to the detriment of student achievement. Clearly it's time for change. This engaging and thought-provoking book will help you create a culture of achievement by building on the inherent drive to succeed that students bring to the classroom every day.

Activating the Desire to Learn

ASCD