For many student teachers the prospect of facing their first classroom experience is overwhelming. This book presents a realistic viwe of what they will face in the classroom, but also provides them the skills they need to become reflective, profesisonal teachers in their own right. To Teach Well is a combination of an informational text and workbook-like exercises that encourage self-reflection and ways for each student to get the most out of their fieldwork experience. It includes features from real student teachers as well as from current mentor teachers. Developmentally and culturally appropriate practices are woven throughout the text to ensure readers are aware of national stndards for programs and practices. The text addressses current topcis and trends in early childhood education such as team teaching, observation and assessment, diversity, professionalism and ethics, curriculum and environment, and working with families. It is the only tex
To Teach Well: An Early Childhood Practicum Guide is an accessible, interactive guide to the early childhood practicum, student teaching, or other fieldwork. Supporting students by easing the move from “instructed” to “instructor,” this book shares real-life situations and illustrates teaching practices to help connect knowledge and theory with classroom experiences. It offers basic principles, including Top Ten lists, as well as concise and relevant tips for teaching. Numerous in-text prompts and the workbook-like final chapter provide ample journaling opportunities to encourage self-reflection. Useful planning and recording templates add to its practicality.