Teaching as if Students Matter: A Guide to Creating Classrooms Based on Relationships and Engaged Learning

A teacher education book that emphasizes the importance of relationships, cultural responsiveness, and engaged learning for all students' academic and personal success. Teaching as if Students Matter supports the goal of new teachers to create engaging classrooms where students want to learn. It provides concrete and specific methods for building relationships with all students, managing their behaviors in positive ways, and planning for engaged and authentic instruction. Throughout, the book emphasizes the critical role of culturally responsive teachers in creating inclusive curriculum and meaningful relationships to help all students learn and succeed. This book provides specific advice on how to build a classroom culture where discussion can flourish, as well as ideas for working with colleagues, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. As one reviewer wrote "after reading this book, I really […] believe I can do this!"
ASIN: 1438496680
VSKU: BVV.1438496680.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Zola, Jaye|Zola, John
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.