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Book SynopsisTeaching, like many service professions, requires the appropriate interpersonal skills. Although academic expertise is, and always will be, the foundation of instruction, educators must be able to translate their knowledge both affectively and effectively in order to better inform their students. It's All About People Skills provides teachers with information upon which they that can improve themselves in the classroom, calling to attention the necessity for interpersonal skills in order be successful in front of the classroom. Offering educators ‘print-to-practice’ instructional strategies, models of classroom management plans, and planning modules, It’s All About People Skills will not only improve teachers’ instructional delivery, and therefore engage more students in a positive school culture, but will also prepare teachers to meet the challenges of contemporary schooling—such as adapting to technology, working with home-schooled children, and addressing school violence.
Trade Review“A set of strategies and people skills are presented that will help teachers become more successful in raising achievement of their students.” -- Dr. Larry Rowedder, National Education Consultant
“This book goes right to the heart of it: teaching is mainly about relating to people. Concrete strategies are presented to help teachers perfect their people skills.” -- Kathleen Ware, President, Mayerson Academy
“As parents, we want the best education for our children. This is a must read book for parents as well as educators. Useful information about what goes on in the classroom can be learned.” -- Craig Braun, Parent
“This book is a great teaching tool. As a person of color, I paid particular attention to the info on diversity. I read those pages through that lens.” -- Gwendolyn Walton, Former Elementary School Principal
“A wonderful resource for all teachers. It is an easy read, user friendly and very practical. Great book for your professional library.” -- Kathy Witherup, Professional Development Specialist
Table of ContentsIntroduction Chapter 1: “The Nature of Effective Teaching Chapter 2: “People Skills: Foundation of Effective Teaching” Chapter 3: “Managing to Teach: Print- to-Practice Strategies” Chapter 4: “Classroom Management Plan : Bringing It All Together” Chapter 5: “The Home-School Connection” Chapter 6: “Using Surveys” Chapter 7: “Meeting the Challenge” Chapter 8: “Engaging Students in Learning” Chapter 9: “Creating a Positive School Culture” Chapter 10: “The Effect of Poverty on Teaching and Learning” Chapter 11: “Time for Reflection: Putting Your Thoughts Into Writing” Chapter 12: “Summary and Conclusion” Index About the Author
