This vital teachers′ resource answers such questions as "Can intelligence be developed? Do teacher expectations shape student learning? How can I make learning ′stick′ for my students?" Drawing from theory and research in learning, this book offers clear, practical guidance along with inspirational ideas to show how teachers can enable students to gain both the cognitive competence and confidence needed to succeed academically.
This book develops teachers' awareness of the language through a wide range of tasks which involve them in analysing English to discover its underlying system.
About Language will be useful to trainee teachers and experienced teachers, native and non-native speakers. There is a full key and commentary, so that the book can be used for self-study.
This book offers teachers proven techniques for designing and delivering effective science instruction, measuring success, getting students to work together, and collaborating with other professionals. The ready-to-use activities are tied to core curriculum standards for middle school students and each lesson incorporates adaptations for students with different learning needs.
The authors, both experienced teachers, offer a range of techniques, such as station/group activities, enrichment activities, and modifications for students with specific disabilities.
