Library: Teacher Education: Books

Selected eBooks

Making Sense of Mathematics for Teaching Girls in Grades K - 5 by Thomasina Lott Adams; Taylar B. Wenzel; Kristopher J. Childs; Samantha R. Neff Close the gender gap in mathematics across K-5 classrooms. In Making Sense of Mathematics for Teaching Girls in Grades K-5, a team of acclaimed experts presents their research and recommendations for teaching math to girls in four succinct, results-focused chapters. Included are a variety of tools, tips, short exercises, and reflection questions, as well as videos demonstrating how real classroom teachers strengthen girls' experiences as learners of mathematics. Use this book to better understand gender biases related to mathematics and improve girls' education: Understand the environmental barriers and gender stereotypes that create gender differences in mathematics performance and prevent many girls from learning mathematics at high levels. Learn how to foster a safe learning environment that encourages girls to take risks when they learn math. Focus on the mathematics gender achievement gap through three lenses: (1) perceptions, (2) possibilities, and (3) priorities. Apply the tasks, questions, and evidence (TQE) process to successfully plan and implement inclusive lessons that engage all students. Watch short videos of girls engaging meaningfully in mathematics learning. Contents: About the Authors Introduction Chapter 1: Mathematics Gender Achievement Gap Chapter 2: Perceptions About Girls in Mathematics Chapter 3: Possibilities for Girls in Mathematics Chapter 4: Priorities for Teaching Girls Mathematics Epilogue: Encouragement for Girls in Mathematics References and Resources Index
ISBN: 9781945349782
Publication Date: 2019
STEM to Story by 826 National Bring STEM to life for students with zombies, rockets, celebrities, and more STEM to Story: Enthralling and Effective Lesson Plans for Grades 5-8 inspires learning through fun, engaging, and meaningful lesson plans that fuse hands-on discovery in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) with creative writing. The workshop activities within the book are the innovative result of a partnership between 826 National's proven creative writing model and Time Warner Cable's Connect a Million Minds, an initiative dedicated to connecting young people to the wonders of STEM through hands-on learning. Authentically aligned with both the Common Core State Standards and the Next Generation Science Standards, this book provides teachers, after-school and out-of-school providers, and parents with field-tested lessons, workshops, and projects designed by professionals in each field. Including reflective observations by arts and science celebrities like Jon Scieszka, Mayim Bialik, and Steve Hockensmith, lessons feature bonus activities, fun facts, and teaching points for instructors at every level. These quirky, exploratory lessons will effectively awaken student imaginations and passions for both STEM and creative writing, encourage identity with scientific endeavors, and make both science and writing fun. Grades five through eight is the critical period for engaging students in STEM, and this book is designed specifically to appeal to - and engage - this age group. The guided curricula fosters hands-on discovery, deep learning, and rich inquiry skills while feeling more like play than school, and has proven popular and effective with both students and teachers. Awaken student imagination and get them excited about STEM Fuse creative writing with STEM using hands-on activities Make scientific principles relevant to students' lives Inspire students to explore STEM topics further The demand for STEM workers is closely linked to global competitiveness, and a successful future in STEM depends upon an early introduction to the scientific mindset. The challenge for teachers is to break through students' preconceptions of STEM fields as "hard" or "boring," to show them that STEM is everywhere, it's relevant, and it's loads of fun. For proven lesson plans with just a dash of weird, STEM to Story is a dynamic resource, adaptable and applicable in school, after school, and at home.
ISBN: 9781119001034
Publication Date: 2015
We Belong by Laurie Barron; Patti Kinney The secret to every positive learning environment? Belonging. When students feel that they belong in their school and classroom, commitment to learning goes up and behavioral disruptions subside. And when teachers embrace an SEL-infused approach to classroom management that helps every student feel valued, safe, and competent, belonging soars. We Belong offers 50 targeted strategies to increase students' sense of belonging and reinforce the habits that support classroom harmony and learning success. Authors and award-winning educators Laurie Barron and Patti Kinney explore the dynamic partnership of belonging and classroom management and share specific ways to * Build authentic, positive relationships with students and among students * Create spaces that feel physically and emotionally safe for all * Teach and foster social-emotional competence * Increase student engagement and motivation * Foster a sustaining sense of community Covering a range of key topics--from behavioral expectations to conflict resolution to more effective collaboration--this practical guide for elementary and secondary teachers includes downloadable forms and templates to support strategy implementation. Use it to revisit your priorities and reshape your practices so that all students in your classroom can say of themselves and their peers, "We belong."
ISBN: 9781416630272
Publication Date: 2021

Selected Print Books

Classroom Assessment Essentials by Susan M. Brookhart "This comprehensive book covers the foundational concepts and practical skills necessary for teachers to be successful with classroom assessment"--
Call Number: 371.26 B8726 c
ISBN: 9781416632528
Publication Date: 2024
The First Days of School by Harry K. Wong The best-selling book ever on classroom management and teaching for student achievement with over 3.3 million copies sold. The book walks a teacher, either novice or veteran, through structuring and organizing a classroom for success that can be applied at any time of the year at any grade level, pre-K through college. The book is used in thousands of school districts, in over 100 countries, and in over 2,000 college classrooms. It's practical, yet inspiring. But most important, it works The new 4th edition includes updated research, photos, and more examples of how-to along with an implementation DVD, Using THE FIRST DAYS OF SCHOOL featuring Chelonnda Seroyer. This is the most requested book for what works in the classroom for teacher and student success.
Call Number: 371.102 W872
ISBN: 9780976423317
Publication Date: 2009
Amplify Student Voices by AnnMarie Baines (Contribution by); Diana Medina (Contribution by); Caitlin Healy (Contribution by) In a world where public speaking often determines whose needs are addressed and whose values prevail, how can we create brave classroom spaces where young people can effectively express their thoughts and advocate for themselves and others? In Amplify Student Voices, AnnMarie Baines, Diana Medina, and Caitlin Healy introduce Expression-Driven Teaching to show how centering youth voices and expression in the classroom meets both academic and social and emotional learning goals. The authors promote instruction in various forms of public speaking-storytelling, debate, poetry, presentation, and self-advocacy-as a way to pursue equity in education and counter the oppression that has long silenced the voices of marginalized groups. This engaging book features extensive first-person accounts from young people who describe their journey toward effective public speaking and how it has helped them affirm their identity, confront life's many challenges, and pursue opportunities with increased confidence. Their insights also inform and supplement the authors' practical recommendations and how-tos for incorporating the various public speaking formats into everyday instruction at all grade levels and across subject areas. Both informative and inspiring, Amplify Student Voices challenges traditional notions of "good" public speaking, broadens its definition, and demonstrates how to engage learners to create a world that is more inclusive and just.
Call Number: 372.6 B1626 a
ISBN: 9781416631880
Publication Date: 2023

Dewey Decimal Classification Outline

370s: Education
- 370.1: Philosophy and theory, education for specific objectives, educational psychology
  - 370.15: Educational psychology
- 371: Schools and their activities; special education
  - 371.1: Teachers and teaching, and related activities
  - 371.2: School administration; administration of student academic activities
  - 371.3: Methods of instruction and study
  - 371.4: Student guidance and counseling
  - 371.5: School discipline and related activities
  - 371.6: Physical plant; materials management
  - 371.7: Student welfare
  - 371.8: Students
  - 371.9: Special education
- 372: Primary education (Elementary education)
  - 372.1: Organization and activities in primary education
  - 372.2: Specific levels of primary education
  - 372.3: Knowledge, computer science, library and information sciences, science, technology
  - 372.4: Reading
  - 372.5: The arts
  - 372.6: Language arts (Communication skills)
  - 372.7: Mathematics
  - 372.8: Other studies
  - 372.9: History of primary education
- 373: Secondary Education
  Contains only resources about secondary education in general; resources about specific subjects in secondary education are located with that subject
- 375: Curricula
- 379: Public policy Issues in education
  - 379.1: Specific elements of support and control of public education
    - 379.158: School standards and accreditation
  - 379.2: Specific policy issues in public education
    - 379.28: Place of religion in public schools
  - 379.3: Public policy issues in private education
  - 379.73: Public educational policies in the United States

Secondary English Language Arts and Reading Education
- 410s: Linguistics
  - 411: Writing systems of standard forms of languages
  - 412: Etymology of standard forms of languages
  - 413: Dictionaries of standard forms of languages
  - 414: Phonology and phonetics of standard forms of languages
  - 415: Grammar of standard forms of languages
  - 417: Dialectology and historical linguistics
  - 418: Applied linguistics
  - 419: Sign languages
- 425: Grammar of standard English
- 428: Standard English usage
- 808: Rhetoric
- 810s: American literature
- 820s: English and Old English literature
  - 822.33: Shakespeare
- 880s: Classical Greek literature

Secondary Mathematics Education
- 310s: Mathematics
  - 511: General principles of mathematics
  - 512: Algebra
  - 513: Arithmetic
  - 514: Topology
  - 516: Geometry

Secondary Music Education
- 780s: Music
  - 781: General principles and music forms
  - 782: Vocal music
  - 783: Music for single voices
  - 784: Instruments and instrumental ensembles and their music
  - 785: Ensembles with only one instrument per part
  - 786: Keyboard, mechanical, electrophonic, percussion instruments
  - 787: Stringed instruments (Chodophones)
  - 788: Wind instruments (Aerophones)

Secondary Physical Education
- 796: Athletic and outdoor sports and games
  - 796.1: Miscellaneous games
  - 796.2: Activities and games requiring equipment
  - 796.3: Ball games
  - 796.4: Weight lifting, track and field, gymnastics
  - 796.5: Outdoor life
  - 796.6: Cycling and related activities
  - 796.7: Driving motor vehicles
  - 796.8: Combat sports
  - 796.9: Ice and snow sports
- 797: Aquatic and air sports
  - 797.2: Swimming and diving

Secondary Social Studies/History
- 910s: Geography and travel
- 930s: History of the ancient world to ca. 499
- 940s: History of Europe
- 950s: History of Asia
- 960s: History of Africa
- 970s: History of North America
  - 973: History of United States
  - 974: Northeastern United States
  - 975: Southeastern United States
  - 976: South central United States
  - 977: North central United States
  - 978: Western United States
  - 979: Great Basin and Pacific Slope region of United States
- 980s: History of South America

Secondary Theatre Education
- 792: Performing arts, stage presentations
- 812: American drama
- 822: English drama
  - 822.33 Shakespeare
- 832: German drama
- 842: French drama
- 852: Italian drama
- 862: Spanish drama
- 872: Latin drama
- 882: Classical Greek drama