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Teach Well, Live Well John Luckner

Teach Well, Live Well By John Luckner

Teach Well, Live Well by John Luckner


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This unique resource helps teachers balance personal and professional priorities and master essential skills such as preventing behavior problems, differentiating instruction, and partnering with families.

Teach Well, Live Well Summary

Teach Well, Live Well: Strategies for Success by John Luckner

The information here-knowledge that veteran teachers have acquired through experience-will be a real life-saver for new teachers.
-Cynthia A. Givens, Director, The Education Station
Central High School, Cheyenne, WY

This book is great for a working teacher because it gives just enough background to validate the concepts without overwhelming the practical application.
-Sharon Jefferies, Teacher
Lakeville Elementary School, Orlando, FL

A proven plan for finding fulfillment in and out of the classroom!

Teaching is a highly rewarding-and highly demanding-profession. Honoring educators for the invaluable work they do, this unique resource provides critical information about being a highly competent teacher while living a rewarding, satisfying life outside of work.

New and experienced teachers will find a unique collection of strategies for developing essential skills for being masterful in teaching and in life. Focused on preparation and effective teaching techniques, this nuts-and-bolts volume helps teachers find the right balance between personal and professional priorities and covers a wide range of topics, such as:

  • Increasing their teaching effectiveness
  • Improving their ability to collaborate with others
  • Developing self-care strategies for a vibrant personal and professional life

Featuring bottom line tips, reproducibles for teacher reflection and support, and up-to-date resources, Teach Well, Live Well is an essential tool for educators looking to enjoy vibrant, productive careers and lives.

Teach Well, Live Well Reviews

The information here-knowledge that veteran teachers have acquired through experience-will be a real life-saver for new teachers. -- Cynthia A. Givens, Director, The Education Station
This book is great for a working teacher because it gives just enough background to validate the concepts without overwhelming the practical application. -- Sharon Jefferies, Teacher
This book has suggestions for organization that are invaluable to new or veteran teachers. -- Jude A. Huntz, Adult Education Coordinator
This is an amazing book. I would not hesitate to give this to someone who was starting on a teaching career. -- Jane Hunn, Science Teacher

About John Luckner

John Luckner is a professor in the School of Special Education at the University of Northern Colorado. He has worked as a classroom teacher, teacher trainer, researcher, and author for the past three decades. His primary professional interests include teacher preparation, language and literacy development, and collaboration. He is the co-author of four books and one test, the author of several textbook chapters, and he has written more than 75 juried journal articles. Suzanne Rudolph is a licensed clinical psychologist, certified personal and professional life coach, and Clinical Member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. She has assisted others with making important changes in their lives for the past 16 years and has a private practice in northern Colorado.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments About the Authors Introduction 1. Preparing Properly Have a Great Year and Career Maintain Perspective Learn the Policies and Procedures Be Proactive Design the Physical Environment Establish Student Routines Develop General Rules of Conduct for Students Prepare for the First Day of School 2. Teaching Effectively Understand and Appreciate Students Attend to the Science of Teaching Apply the Art of Teaching Build and Activate Background Knowledge Enhance Social Relationships and Promote Learning Include Brain-Based Learning Principles Increase Academic Learning Time Ask Good Questions Integrate Technology Differentiate Instruction Employ Graphic Organizers Use Learning Centers Assess and Monitor Students' Progress Prepare for Statewide and Districtwide Assessments Teach Study Skills Instruct Students on How to Pass Tests Value Cultural and Linguistic Diversity Help English Language Learners Succeed Include Adaptations for Students With Special Needs Use Evidence-Based Practices Incorporate Activities Deal With Paperwork Efficiently Develop a Substitute Folder 3. Collaborating With Others Foster Positive Relationships Be a Great Team Player Look for Mentors Partner With Parents and Guardians Facilitate Effective Student-Parent-Teacher Conferences Manage Difficult Conversations Recruit and Organize Volunteers 4. Taking Care of Yourself Balance Your Professional and Personal Life Make Peace With Your Inner Critic Love Your Personal Life and Your Career Achieve Your Goals Set and Maintain Boundaries Manage Yourself and Your Time Be a Lifelong Learner Resources Web Sites References and Suggested Reading Index

Additional information

GOR013103232
9781412955768
1412955769
Teach Well, Live Well: Strategies for Success by John Luckner
Used - Very Good
Paperback
SAGE Publications Inc
20090414
248
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Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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