Total Teaching: Your Passion Makes It Happen

by Tom Staszewski

Overview

From the first-year teacher to the most experienced veteran, this book will provide an inspiring message that yes, indeed...teaching is the most noble profession. It serves as an acknowledgement of the importance of teachers and recognizes that 'teaching is the profession that has created all other professions.' This book provides real-life tools, tips and strategies to have a successful school year and to persevere beyond all of the challenges associated with the profession. Filled with insightful and meaningful stories and examples, it will provide a pep talk to help teachers stay focused. Learn how to maintain the passion that brought you into the profession and develop a plan to be the best that you can be.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781578867059
Publisher:	R&L Education
Publication date:	11/13/2007
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	156
Product dimensions:	6.34(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.49(d)

About the Author

Tom Staszewski has been an educator since 1974. His career has spanned a variety of levels, from teaching elementary and middle school grades to instructing and holding various administrative positions at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. He is presently academic dean at Mercyhurst College North East in North East, Pennsylvania.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Today's Teacher
Chapter 2 The Attributes of a Teacher
Chapter 3 Classroom Success
Chapter 4 Motivation
Chapter 5 Creativity
Chapter 6 Change
Chapter 7 Take Care of Yourself
Chapter 8 You're Never Too Old to Teach
Chapter 9 Summary and Commentary
Chapter 10 Appendix: Reference Quotes and Worksheet

Editorial Reviews

Many books published in the teaching field deal with pedagogy, classroom management, or the beginning teacher. Although many are quite helpful, it is rare to find a book that is written for the veteran teacher who could use a boost in morale and offer tips that will keep her/him going. Dr. Staszewski's book, Total Teaching, does just that. Filled with insightful examples and stories, Total Teaching weaves hints with a pep talk, keeping those who were meant for this professional in the profession.

Margo Wolfe

I can see Total Teaching being on the list of must-reads for many school districts' incoming staff members.

Michael Bujdos

The material and topic could not be more timely or appropriate. Today's teachers and academic leaders, I believe, will find this book, Total Teaching, a valuable and practical resource. As an academic leader, I am always looking for valuable resources that I can direct the instructional staff to use in order to help assist them achieve their teaching and professional development goals. I plan on recommending this book to my colleagues and other academic leadership as an enjoyble must-read.

Douglas J. Jensen