Elementary School Teaching: Plan, Teach, Inspire

Elementary School Teaching: Plan, Teach, Inspire prepares future elementary school teachers to plan instruction and teach diverse learners in today's classrooms.  Special focus is given to teaching students with a variety of needs and abilities, including English language learners, students with disabilities, and gifted students. Instructional and assessment strategies, classroom management, and parent-teacher relationships are presented to prepare future teachers for effective teaching of all learners.

Table of Contents:
Introduction CHAPTER ONE Qualities of an Effective Teacher Introduction Qualities of an Effective Teacher Knowledge of Subject Matter Pedagogy Pedagogy Skills Effective Lesson Planning Effective Classroom Management Skills Professional Dispositions Professionalism Communication Skills Professional Development Chapter Review Planning CHAPTER TWO Curriculum and Unit Planning Curriculum Committee Curriculum Guide Parents and Guardians Curriculum Planning What Content Should We Teach? How Should We Teach? How Should We Organize the Content and Instruction? How Should We Assess Learning? Scope and Sequence Chart Understanding by Design (UbD) Identify Desired Results Determine Acceptable Evidence Plan Learning Experiences and Instruction Stages of Backward Design Essential Question Six Facets of Understanding Unit Plan Goals and Skills Vocabulary Comprehension Story Structure Study Skills Rationale Lesson Objective Resources and Materials Instructional Procedures Sequence of Skills for Instruction Assessment of Skills Thematic Unit Possible Discussion Questions Basal Textbooks as the Curriculum Basal Reading Textbook Content Chapter Review CHAPTER THREE Lesson Planning: Objectives and Standards Brief Overview of the Three Domains of Learning Cognitive Domain Affective Domain Psychomotor Domain Key Factors in Creating Learning Objectives National Standards The Lesson Plan Lesson Plan Components Essential Question Rationale Materials  Academic Vocabulary and Key Vocabulary Lesson Introduction Lesson Procedures Multiple Means of Student Engagement Differentiated Instruction Closure Differentiated Assessment Chapter Review Instruction CHAPTER FOUR How to Teach Bell-Ringer Activity Lesson Introduction Prediction Visual Imagery Anticipation Guide Audio Recording  K-W-L Chart How to Teach Grouping Think-Aloud Learning Centers Grand Conversation Word Poster Semantic Map Context Clues Psychomotor Domain Language Arts/Reading Instruction Language Experience Approach (LEA) Author's Chair Literature Circles Academic Vocabulary Key Vocabulary Lesson Closure Remote Teaching Chapter Review CHAPTER FIVE Assessment The Importance of Assessment Reliability of Assessment Validity of Assessment Diagnostic Assessment Informal Reading Inventory (IRI) Formative Assessment Self-Assessment Checklist Objective Assessment Subjective Assessment Portfolio Assessment Fry Graph Readability Formula Standardized Tests Chapter Review CHAPTER SIX Meeting the Needs of Diverse Learners: Instructional Accommodations and Assessment Modifications The IEP Process Accommodations and Modifications Reduce Total Numbers of Items Provide Highlighted List of Notes Curb Cut Make Sure That Written Work Does Not Have Too Many Different Sections of Work on One Page English Learners (EL) Gifted Learners Tiered Activity Section 504 Plan Response to Intervention (RtI) Project List Cultural Diversity Chapter Review CHAPTER SEVEN Classroom Management Community of Learners Class Meetings Focus on Kindness Student Voice Celebrate Accomplishments Social and Emotional Learning Social and Emotional Learning Standards Substantive Praise Positive Reinforcement Self-Fulfilling Prophecy Team Building Activities Foster Active Engagement in Learning Keep Students Actively Involved in Their Learning Be a Physical Presence in the Classroom Substantive Praise Establishing Classroom Rules and Consequences Creating Classroom Rules Consequences for Breaking Rules Teaching Classroom Rules Describe and Demonstrate the Desired Behaviors Managing Problem Behaviors Case Study Bullying Prevention Know the Facts about Bullying Learn the Types of Bullying Watch for Warning Signs Educate Supervisors Provide Support for Students Create a Community of Learners in Your Class Identify Unsafe Situations and Areas Distinguish between Tattling and Reporting Educate the "Bystander" Withitness Wait Time Correct Answer Incorrect Answer Chapter Review CHAPTER EIGHT Classroom Organization Physical Design of Classroom Desk Arrangement Teacher's Desk Visibility for Teacher and Students Wall Posters Carousel Activity Instructional Materials Technology Center Reading Center Storytime Rug (primary grades) Classroom Organization Student Bins Substitute Teacher Folder Class List and Seating Chart Class Schedule School Map Helpful Colleagues Differentiations Emergency Procedures Medical Issues All-Purpose Lesson Plans Miscellaneous Information Classroom Jobs Classroom Procedures Procedures for Student Entry Procedures for Washroom and Water Fountain Use Task Completion Dismissal Procedures Gym and Library Fire Drill Clean-Up Maintain Your Students' Attention Student Participation Strategies Chapter Review   You, The Professional Educator CHAPTER NINE Teacher-Parent Relationships Confirm Custody and Responsible Adults Designated by Family Suggestions for Parents to Assist Their Student Parent-Teacher Communication Confirm Parent's Last Name and Relationship to Student Contact Parents with Good News Confirm Conversational Agreements Fall Curriculum Night Prepare Your Classroom Prepare Your Students (If School Policy Includes Them) Briefly Introduce Yourself Classroom Website Contacting the Teacher Classroom Rules and Consequences Goals for the Year Field Trips Meet School Requirement for Number of Teacher Chaperones Drive the Route to Ensure a Problem-Free Trip Confirm with Site the Day Before Parent-Teacher Conferences Obstacles for Parents Tips for Effective Parent-Teacher Conferences First-Year Teachers Time Limit for Conference Anecdotal Records Individual Grade Sheets Positive-Negative-Positive Approach Avoid Labels: Slow, Average Involve Other School Personnel, If Needed Develop an Action Plan Focus on Student, Not Personal Problems of Parent(s) Portfolio Artifacts Remote Teaching Post a Welcome Video for Parents and Students Class Requirements Actionable Feedback on Assignments and Assessments Communication Modes  ZOOM Etiquette Be Aware of Your Background Be Professional Chapter Review CHAPTER TEN Becoming a Teacher You, in the Interview Familiarize Yourself with the School District Familiarize Yourself with the School Interview Day Bring Prepared Materials Interviewer's Questions Your Questions Conclusion of Interview You, in the Classroom Professionalism Reflective Teaching You, in the School You, in the Neighborhood You, in the Professional Community Professional Organizations Professional Development Chapter Review Suggested Resources