The Joyful Classroom: Practical Ways to Engage & Challenge Students K-6

ISBN: 1892989832

Author: Lynn Bechtel

Condition: New

Teachers know it instinctively, research bears it out: Students learn more--and with more joy--when lessons connect with their lives and interests while challenging them to stretch and grow.In this book, youll find practical, ready-to-use strategies for creating active and exciting lessons. Youll learn about: Partnering and grouping students for optimum learning; Using interactive learning structures such as Matre d and Swap Meets to support active learning; Incorporating acting, drawing, debating, and more into daily lessons while still meeting rigorous learning goals; Infusing lessons with choices in what or how to learn to increase students ownership of their learning; Incorporating student self-assessment tools to help children monitor and evaluate their own work and identify ways to improve their learning.Filled with lesson plans, precise directions for interactive learning structures, planning guides, and more!