Allan Ornstein,
St. John's Univeristy---Jamaica Thomas Lasley,
University of Dayton
ISBN: 0072564288 Copyright year: 2005
Table of Contents
Part I: Perspectives on Effective Teaching Performance
Chapter 1: The Art of Effective Teaching
The Reasons for Teaching
The Art of Effective Teaching
The Concept of Learning How to Learn
The Learning Paradigm and Constructivism
A Final Note
Chapter 2: The Effective Teacher
Review of the Research on Teaching: The Science
Teacher Styles
Teacher Expectations
Teacher Traits
Teacher Effects
The Master Teacher
Cautions and Criticisms
Beyond Effective Teaching: New Research, New Paradigms
Part II: Professional Skills Associated with Effective Teaching
Chapter 3: Instructional Objectives
The Aims of Education
Types of Objectives
Educational Taxonomies
Establishing Specific Objectives
Applying Gronlund's Objectives
Writing Your Own Goals and Objectives
Additional Thoughts on Objectives
Chapter 4: Instructional Planning
How Teachers Plan
Unit Plans
Lesson Plans
Sample Lesson Plans
Chapter 5: Instructional Strategies
Instructional Approach I: If Teaching a Specific Skill or Process, then Use Practice and Drill
Instructional Approach II: If Checking for Student Understanding, then Use Various Forms of Questioning
Instructional Approach III: If Seeking to Present Complex Ideas Efficiently, then Use Lecture
Instructional Approach IV: If Fostering Critical or Creative Thinking, then Use Strategies that Emphasize Student-Centered Learning
The Instructional Debate
Theory into Practice
Chapter 6: Instructional Materials
Selecting Instructional Materials
Presenting Materials
Textbooks
Textbook and Pedagogical Aids
Workbook Materials
Simulations and Games
Theory into Practice
Chapter 7: Technology in the Classroom
A Rationale for Using Technology
Chalkboard and Display Board
Overhead Projectors and PowerPoint
Films
Televisions and Videos
Computers
Telecommunication Systems
Theory into Practice
Chapter 8: Instructional Grouping
Classroom Seating Arrangements
Whole Group Instruction
Small Group Instruction
Individualized Instruction for Enhanced Student Learning
Theory into Practice
Chapter 9: Classroom Management and Discipline
Approaches to Classroom Management
Implementing Alternative Approaches to Classroom Management
Discipline Issues
Theory into Practice
Chapter 10: Standards and Student Assessment
Criteria for Selecting Tests
Standardized and Nonstandardized Tests
Teacher-Made Tests
Authentic Assessments
Administering and Returning Tests
Theory into Practice
Chapter 11: Student Evaluation and Teacher Accountability
Types of Evaluation
Evaluation Methods and Approaches
Traditional Grading
Standard-Based Grading
Records and Reports of Performance
Communication with Parents
Accountability
Theory into Practice
Part III: Professional Development for Effective Teaching Performance
Chapter 12: Professional Development
Reforming Teacher Education
Helping the Beginning Teacher
Self-Evaluation
Supervision and Evaluation
New Forms of Evaluation
National Board Certification
Professional Associations and Activities
Theory into Practice
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