Synopsis
Do you constantly repeat instructions? Are you fighting a never-ending paper battle? Strong classroom management is the cornerstone of effective teaching, and this book will help lay the foundation for everything you want to accomplish professionally: Designate a place for EVERY type of classroom materialTurn needy, disorganized children into self-reliant, responsible studentsDevelop and teach ANY classroom procedureTrain the class to follow along, stay on-task, and work togetherUse fun teaching techniques that help you assess student learningEliminate homework hassles and parent miscommunicationsPrevent burnout by enjoying and growing with studentsConstruct a self-running classroom that frees you to teach! Using actual classroom photographs, forms, and dialogue examples, The Cornerstone will show you how to design instructional routines that facilitate learning. It will guide you through each s
About the Author
Angela (Powell) Watson is a National Board Certified Teacher with 11 years of classroom experience. In 2009, she turned her passion for helping other teachers into a career as an educational consultant based in Brooklyn, NY. As founder of Due Season Press and Educational Services, she presents internationally at conferences and professional development sessions, and has published 4 books, 2 webinars, a blog, and multiple curriculum resources. Learn more about her new podcast, Truth for Teachers, at TruthForTeachers.com.
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