Table of Contents
Each chapter concludes with “Further Reading” and “References.”
Preface.
1. Introduction. The Induction Year.
Research and Practice.
Using This Book.
A Final Focus.
2. Curriculum Planning. The Importance of Planning.
Long-Range Planning: The Year at a Glance.
Midrange Planning: Instructional Units.
Weekly Plans.
Planning for Diversity.
Daily Plans and Lesson Plans.
A Final Word.
3. Materials and Supplies. Locating Your Sources.
Ordering Materials Wisely.
Technology in the Classroom.
Going the Extra Mile for Materials.
A Final Freebie of Assurance.
Commercial Internet Access.
Computer Periodicals.
Teacher Magazines.
4. Classroom Organization and Management. Room Environment.
Routines and Procedures.
A Final Encouragement.
5. Positive Discipline in the Classroom. Why Discipline?
Your Philosophy.
Preventing Discipline Problems.
Off to a Good Start.
Looking for Causes.
Two Views of Changing Behavior.
Counteracting Misdemeanors.
Dangerous and Disruptive Behaviors.
Responses to Avoid.
A Final Don't.
6. Diversity and Authentic Assessment. Norm Referenced vs. Criterion Referenced Tests.
Standards Come in Two Flavors.
Performance Standards and Rubrics.
Authentic Assessment and Portfolios.
Authentic Diagnosis: Interests and Attitudes.
Authentic Diagnosis: Instruction.
Authentic Assessment: Social and Emotional Growth.
Cycling Assessment Information into Instruction.
Adapting Instruction for Students with Special Needs.
Standardized Test Preparation.
The Second Language Learner.
Especially for Middle and High School Teachers.
A Final Tip.
7. Working with Parents. Communicating with Parents.
Parents at School.
Parents as Teachers at Home.
A Final Flourish.
8. Working with School Personnel. Your School.
Scouting Your School Community.
Working with Your Principal.
Working with Other Teachers.
Working with Paraprofessionals and Paid Aides.
Preparing for Substitute Teachers.
A Final Comment.
9. The First Day. Questions to Start the Day.
Ten Guiding Principles.
But What Do I Actually Do on the First Day?
Finally, Your Turn.
10. A Balanced Professional Life. Toward a Reflective Practice.
Professionalism at School.
Keeping Up with Paperwork.
Professional Development.
Time Management.
Stress and Rejuvenation.
A Final Note.
Professional Journals.
Appendix: Worksheets.
Index.
