Description
Book SynopsisNo More Theories Please!: A Guide for Elementary Teachers is a classroom management guide for current and prospective elementary classroom teachers. In the book Masao discuss the 3 Rs of management—rules, routines, and reinforcement—as well as behavior management plans and organization. Some chapters provide templates of management systems that the author created and implemented successfully in her own classroom. Unlike many other education texts, this book does not speak in theoretical terms. Rather it provides a how-to guide that clearly defines each strategy and procedure. The book is divided into three sections: organization; routines, rules, and reinforcement; and classroom behavior management systems. Each section has three or four chapters and provides tangible and pragmatic steps that can be taken to create the structured environment desired. Masao writes with a conversational tone, guiding the reader through the process.
Trade ReviewWith all the theories swirling about in the field of education, this book's realistic view of the teaching profession and its ever-increasing demands offers a breath of fresh air. No More Theories Please! is a must-read for every first-year teacher. Masao not only provides practical everyday strategies to help the novice teacher survive the first year but also presents tips for the veteran teacher. What keen insight! -- Deborah Turner Ellis, National Board Certified Teacher at Mary Williams Elementary in Virginia
While reading No More Theories Please, I was struck by how different my first year of teaching may have been had this book come my way. This text provides specific, thorough, and usable practices for all teachers. In the world of ever-changing educational theories, Masao gives teachers a guide for day-to-day management of an elementary classroom. It is a must-read for every new teacher! -- Karrie P. Kay, Reading Specialist at Lyles Crouch Traditional Academy
No More Theories Please is superb. Masao has written a book that gives easy to follow instructions for new and experienced teachers. She has written the teacher's Bible. Masao is a teacher who understands the challenges in the classroom and provides the skills needed to be successful. -- T.R. Gross, third grade teacher at Lyles Crouch Traditional Academy
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Introduction Part 2 Organization Chapter 3 The Physical Organization of the Classroom Chapter 4 Student Organization Chapter 5 Teacher Organization Chapter 6 Lesson Plans and Units Part 7 Routines, Rules, and Reinforcement Chapter 8 Routines Chapter 9 Rules Chapter 10 Reinforcement Part 11 Behavior Management Systems Chapter 12 Creating Behavior Management Systems Chapter 13 Individual Plans and Group Plans Chapter 14 The Universal Behavior Plan
