The early stages of an educational career are covered and strategies are offered for handling situations new teachers are likely to face are demystified. The book combines examples from real classrooms and advice from experienced teachers to cover a wide range of topics, including planning effective lessons, dealing with specific student behaviors, and communicating with parents. Chapters include: TIPS, or theory-into-practice strategies, that clearly outline workable solutions; frequently asked questions that address common concerns of new teachers; and timesaving start-up materials, including forms, rubrics, and checklists. Filled with humor, wisdom, and encouragement throughout, "In a class of your own" is like a mentor in your very own classroom.
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