55 Teaching Dilemmas Ten Powerful Solutions To Almost Any Classroom Challenge Paterson by Paterson, Kathy, 1943- instant download after payment.

96 pages ; 28 cm, \"With practice, any teacher can develop the skills they need to conquer almost any classroom challenge. This essential resource offers a host of \"top ten\" lists of practical ideas to help teachers: manage their time efficiently; educate with passion and enthusiasm; support struggling students; motivate with creativity and humour; lead effectively, both inside the classroom and out. The proven, results-based ideas and solutions in this unique guide will help teachers draw on their personal and professional power to truly excel in the art of teaching.\"--Publisher's website (www.pembrokepublishers.com), Includes index, Cheerfulness -- Active compassion -- Empathy -- Tolerance -- Respect -- Assertiveness -- Self-confidence -- Self-esteem -- Social competence -- Perseverance -- Peacefulness -- Attention to detail -- Professional competence -- Active learning and professional growth -- Dependability -- Integrity -- Sustainable energy -- Wisdom of having a mentor -- Courage to change -- Organization of space -- Organization of time -- Organization of mind -- Organization of student body -- Kick-starting the day -- Opening a lesson well -- Closing a lesson with impact -- Teaching to diversities -- Using picture books with older children -- Monitoring nonverbal communication -- Providing clear directions -- Managing timing and pacing -- Reading aloud fluently -- Dealing effectively with aides and volunteers -- Talking openly to parents or guardians -- Using low-key management techniques -- Making smooth transitions -- Aiding struggling stragglers -- Defusing a power struggle -- Forming random groups -- Establishing rapport -- Teaching with a sense of humor -- Making lessons motivating -- Raising accountability -- Using drama every day -- Involving students in musical theatre -- Cultivating creativity -- Demonstrating enthusiasm -- Showing flexibility -- Teaching with passion -- Practising humility -- Tutoring students effectively -- Handling…