Secrets for Secondary School Teachers: How to Succeed in Your First Year Book

This book provides teacher education students, beginning teachers, and those returning to the field after an extended absence the practical information they need to be successful in the classroom. It combines the most practical elements from course work and the education literature with 'secrets' and advice from master teachers. It also gives tips that experienced teachers have developed to simplify, organize, and reduce the stress associated with the first teaching position. Vignettes are included that show how the tips can be applied. Covers topics of greatest concern to beginners, including:· Orientating yourself to your school and classroom· Getting to know students, parents , and community· Implementing a discipline policy· Captivating and holding student attention· Figuring out the school culture and making a place for yourself· Dealing with being evaluated and grading others· Dealing with disapointments and unrealistic expectations· Maintaining your enthusiasmThis book fills a gap in students knowledge by providing them with practical strategis that will help them to survive and flourish in their first years in their new profession.Read More