THE First Days of School, 5th edition - eBook

THE First Days of School, 5th edition - eBook

Over 4.5 million copies have been sold of the preeminent book on classroom management and teaching for lesson achievement.  This eBook is the “bible” for all teachers as it helps you put into practice the three characteristics of an effective teacher:  Classroom Management, Lesson Achievement, and Positive Expectations.

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Authors:  Harry K. and Rosemary T. Wong 

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• Overview

  Over 4.25 million copies have been sold of the preeminent book on classroom management and teaching for lesson achievement.  The book walks a teacher, either novice or veteran, through the most effective ways to begin a school year and continue to become an effective teacher.  It is the most basic book on how to teach.  Every teacher and administrator needs to have a copy.

  The 5th edition includes updated research, more examples and stories, and an updated Lesson Mastery unit introducing an easy-to-implement Learning Triangle.  

  The book is used in thousands of school districts, in over 120 countries, over 2,100 college classrooms, and has been translated into nine languages.  It is practical, yet inspiring.  But most important, it works!

  This is the most requested book for what works in the classroom for teacher and student success.  It is filled with the essential information for transforming every teacher into a very effective teacher. 

  • 336-page book with Index and Bibliography in eBook format
  • 55 "Going Beyond" folders of additional resources
  • Instant access upon completion of order
  • ISBN:  978-0-9963350-2-7

  VitalSource is our partner for delivering the eBook.  Your purchase grants a single user one year of nontransferable access.  You can also download a copy of the book to your device for reading offline.  The downloaded copy does not expire. 

  PLEASE NOTE:  Access to the DVD, "You Have Changed My Life," that is included in the printed book is not included with an eBook purchase.

• Table of Contents
  THE First Days of School, 5th Edition

  Contents

   

  Dedication

  About the Authors

   

  Unit A Basic Understandings—The Teacher

  The successful teacher must know and practice the three characteristics of an effective teacher.

   

        1.     What Is an Effective Teacher?

        2.     How to Succeed on the First Days of School

        3.     How the First Year Can Be Successful

        4.     How to Close the Student Achievement Gap

        5.     How Proven, Research-Based Practices Help

   

  Unit B First Characteristic—Positive Expectations

  The effective teacher has positive expectations for student success.

   

        6.     Why Positive Expectations Are Important

        7.     How to Invite Students to Learning

        8.     How to Dress for Success

        9.     How to Create a Culture of Courtesy and Cooperation

   

  Unit C Second Characteristic—Classroom Management

  The effective teacher is an extremely good classroom manager.

   

      10.    Why You Want a Well-Managed Classroom

      11.    How to Have Your Classroom Ready

      12.    How to Introduce Yourself to Students

      13.    How to Arrange and Assign Seating

      14.    How to Start a Class Effectively Each Day

      15.    How to Teach Classroom Procedures

      16.    How to Create Consistency in the Classroom

      17.    How to Have an Effective Discipline Plan

   

  Unit D Third Characteristic—Lesson Mastery

  The effective teacher knows how to design lessons to help students achieve.

   

      18.    How to Create an Effective Lesson

      19.    How to Assess for Student Learning

      20.    How to Evaluate for Student Learning

      21.    How to Enhance Student Learning

   

  Unit E Future Understandings—The Professional

  The teacher who constantly learns and grows becomes a professional educator.

   

      22.    How to Be an Effective Teacher

      23.    How to Maximize Your Potential 

   

  Credits

  Bibliography

  Index

   

  Back Cover

   
• Preview

• Going Beyond

  Going Beyond "GoBe" Folders

  These folders offer additional information, research, and activities that supplement THE First Days of School.  The GoBe content transcends all grade levels and all subject areas.  Access the List of All GoBes in THE First Days of School file for a listing of all of the GoBes and related files.  Bookmark it for easy reference as you go beyond the pages of the book. 

  Unit A   Basic Understandings _The Teacher

  1 Chapter 1

  This chapter has two GoBes.  Click the link of the item you wish to access.

  Page 10 - Going Beyond Folder
  Page 10 - Close to a Miracle
  

  2 Chapter 2

  This chapter has two GoBes.  Click the link of the item you wish to access.

  Page 15 - First Days of School Scripts
  Page 16 - Classroom Management Plans
  

  3 Chapter 3

  This chapter has two GoBes.  Click the link of the item you wish to access.

  Page 25 - Ten Questions to Ask
  Page 27 - The Moberly Induction Program
  

  4 Chapter 4

  This chapter has one GoBe.  Click the link to access it.

  Page 35 - Stories of Successful Teachers
  

  5 Chapter 5

  This chapter has two GoBes.  Click the link of the item you wish to access.

  Page 41 - Chasing After the Silver Bullet
  Page 42 - She Stopped the Video Frequently
  

  Unit B   First Characteristic _Positive Expectations

  6 Chapter 6

  This chapter has three GoBes.  Click the link of the item you wish to access.

  Page 49 - Teacher Expectations and Student Achievement
  Page 52 - She Was the Turning Point in My Life
  Page 53 - Dedicated to My Parents and Teachers
  

  7 Chapter 7

  This chapter has one GoBe.  Click the link to access it.

  Page 67 - You’re Invited
  

  8 Chapter 8

  This chapter has one GoBe.  Click the link to access it.

  Page 76 - Dressing for Success
  

  9 Chapter 9

  This chapter has one GoBe.  Click the link to access it.

  Page 81 - We’ll Stand Behind You
  

  Unit C   Second Characteristic _Classroom Management

  10 Chapter 10

  This chapter has one GoBe.  Click the link to access it.

  Page 96 - Teacher Behaviors
  

  11 Chapter 11

  This chapter has one GoBe.  Click the link to access it.

  Page 105 - Students Who Face the Board Learn More
  

  12 Chapter 12

  This chapter has three GoBes.  Click the link of the item you wish to access.

  Page 111 - Communication with Parents or Guardians
  Page 112 - Home Visitations
  Page 119 - Sharing
  

  13 Chapter 13

  This chapter has one GoBe.  Click the link to access it.

  Page 123 - Assorted Seating Arrangements
  

  14 Chapter 14

  This chapter has one GoBe.  Click the link to access it.

  Page 137 - The Workers Start the Day
  

  15 Chapter 15

  This chapter has three GoBes.  Click the link of the item you wish to access.

  Page 147 - Procedures at Home
  Page 153 - I Missed the First Day of School
  Page 163 - It’s a Happy Place
  

  16 Chapter 16

  This chapter has four GoBes.  Click the link of the item you wish to access.

  Page 170 - Entering the Classroom
  Page 170 - Hallway Procedure
  Page 177 - Distributing and Collecting Materials
  Page 182 - How to Motivate Your Students
  

  17 Chapter 17

  This chapter has five GoBes.  Click the link of the item you wish to access.

  Page 206 - More Help with Preventing Misbehavior
  Page 210 - My Action Plan Template
  Page 212 - Self-Manager Application Template
  Page 213 - Power Center© Details
  Page 216 - SOLE Behavior Matrix
  

  Unit D   Third Characteristic _Lesson Mastery

  18 Chapter 18

  This chapter has three GoBes.  Click the link of the item you wish to access.

  Page 225 - The Instructional Coach
  Page 230 - Commentary on Bloom’s Taxonomy
  Page 237 - You Teach the Students, Not the Textbook
  

  19 Chapter 19

  This chapter has four GoBes.  Click the link of the item you wish to access.

  Page 252 - Rubric Resources
  Page 254 - Karen Rogers’ Scoring Guides
  Page 256 - Baseball Fever Scoring Guide
  Page 257 - Writing Rubric
  

  20 Chapter 20

  This chapter has two GoBes.  Click the link of the item you wish to access.

  Page 273 - No Zeros Allowed
  Page 274 - Your Students Can Outperform 98 Percent of Other Students
  

  21 Chapter 21

  This chapter has two GoBes.  Click the link of the item you wish to access.

  Page 281 - Sample Lesson Plan
  Page 284 - District-Wide Collaboration
  

  Unit E   Future Understandings _The Professional

  22 Chapter 22

  This chapter has three GoBes.  Click the link of the item you wish to access.

  Page 294 - Taking a Step Towards Success
  Page 295 - Are You a Worker or a Leader?
  Page 302- The Effective Teacher Rubric
  

  23 Chapter 23

  This chapter has five GoBes.  Click the link of the item you wish to access.

  Page 310 - Amanda’s Go-To Guide
  Page 315 - Use Coaches, Not Mentors
  Page 318 - Replicate the Five Stages
  Page 321 - Collaboration in an Urban School District
  Page 322 - Learning from the Best or Chasing Silver Bullets
  
• Implementation Guide

  Bring THE First Days of School to life.  This 91-page guide was created for staff developers, trainers, administrators, coaches, college professors, or anyone who uses THE First Days of School to train teachers.  Each chapter of the book is treated individually, allowing the leader to focus on areas of need.  Each chapter's guide has these features:

  • Background information with key concepts, facts, and definitions called out
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  • Questions for discussion of each Going Beyond folder

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