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Student Teaching: A Process Approach to Reflective Practice » (2nd Edition)

Book cover image of Student Teaching: A Process Approach to Reflective Practice by M. Serra Goethals

Authors: M. Serra Goethals
ISBN-13: 9780130987440, ISBN-10: 0130987441
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Date Published: May 2003
Edition: 2nd Edition

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Author Biography: M. Serra Goethals

Book Synopsis

A guide to help readers develop and use best practices in teaching, this useful book emphasizes reflection, assessment, classroom management, diversity, and technology. Real-life scenarios and personal experiences underline the INTASC standards, making this not only an important reference but an interesting and fact-filled read.

Topics comprehensively covered include: observing and analyzing the teaching-learning approach; examining the planning process; accommodating diversity in the classroom; integrating technology; lesson presentation strategies; instructional strategies; creating and maintaining a learning climate; assessing student learning and communicating learning results; collaborative skills with colleagues and community; and tips on searching for teaching positions.

For educators, teacher aids, and others involved in education; because of its comprehensive appendices, this list also includes staff training specialists and those employed in the presentation of seminars and symposia.

Table of Contents

Introduction: Introducing the Reflective Approach1
Ch. 1Observing and Analyzing the Teaching-Learning Process10
Ch. 2Examining the Planning Process19
Ch. 3Designing and Planning Instruction35
Ch. 4Accomodating Diversity in the Classroom49
Ch. 5Integrating Technology Into Teaching and Learning60
Ch. 6Practicing Lesson Presentation Strategies77
Ch. 7Stimulating Critical Thinking: Questioning Strategies88
Ch. 8Varying Instructional Strategies101
Ch. 9Creating a Learning Climate113
Ch. 10Maintaining the Learning Climate128
Ch. 11Assessing Student Learning and Communicating Learning Results143
Ch. 12Collaborating With Colleagues, Parents, and Community161
Ch. 13Reflecting On and Evaluating Teaching177
Ch. 14Continuing the Professional Journey191
Ch. 15Searching for a Professional Teaching Position Begins With You!204
App. AGuidelines and Forms for Cooperative Learning Groups215
App. BFacilitator Tips Using the Cooperative Group Approach and Other Processes for Focus One Activities224
App. CNew Teacher Standards: National (INTASC); New Teacher (State); and Technology (ISTE)246
App. DGetting Organized250
App. ELesson Plan Models253
App. FProfessional Portfolio Assessment Criteria271
App. GEvaluation Forms274
App. HAddresses for State Offices of Certification279
Index283

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