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Book SynopsisThis book is vital for new teachers! Most of the tips in this book are not taught in education classes in college, but are learned through trial and error and only after years of experience. This book will help the new teacher learn the inter-workings of school relationships, acquire classroom management strategies, learn effective parent communication techniques, gain knowledge of how to conduct themselves with the utmost professionalism, become aware of vital school ethics expectations, learn how to create a positive learning environment, and become aware of how social networking can effect teaching and professionalism. This book will save teachers many hours of preparation and will help them avoid many embarrassing situations.
Trade ReviewThis short, concise, and easy to read book is an excellent resource for new teachers. It provides them with many insightful tidbits on a variety of topics. It also offers great reminders to ALL teachers! -- Andrea Celico, Ph.D. in Urban Education, Assistant Superintendent
First year teachers need to throw out everything they learned in college and buy this book! It has all of the unwritten rules that all teachers must learn before working with students, parents, and colleagues. -- Tammi Bender, Ed.S. in Educational Leadership, M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction, Principal
What a wonderful resource for both new and experienced teachers. Some of these could be used as discussion points at staff meetings. The book is easy to read, but contains many important reminders for all educators. -- Sally Maher, MA in Reading, Special Education Teacher and College Instructor
Table of ContentsIntroduction Ethics School Relationships Parents Professionalism Child Dignity Classroom Management Media, Social Media and Computers Homework Positive Learning Environment
