Kathy Checkley
Список книг автора Kathy CheckleyThe Essentials of Mathematics, Grades 7-12
This book describes best practices for engaging elementary students in mathematics, from exploring numbers, patterns, and shapes to posing real-life problems that develop students' ability to reason and problem-solve.
The Essentials of Social Studies, Grades K-8
In today's climate of accountability and high-stakes testing, many U.S. schools are choosing to focus on the three Rs to the exclusion of other subjects, including social studies. Yet it is more crucial than ever for schools to foster the qualities that will enable students to actively participate in a democratic and global society. The Essentials of Social Studies, Grades K–8 takes a look at how innovative educators are helping students to hone these skills. Readers of this book will learn more about
* The challenges that elementary and middle school teachers face in keeping social studies in the curriculum. * How to align social studies lessons with curriculum standards. * Strategies to infuse social studies instruction with passion and purpose. * Ways to promote students' deep understanding of social studies content. * Why lessons and assessments should give students opportunities to solve problems, work on projects, and engage in simulations. * How social studies can prepare students for a lifetime of active civic involvement. * Professional development that will help teachers bring the social studies curriculum to life in the classroom.
The future of the United States in no small part depends on how well social studies teachers prepare students to assume their responsibilities as citizens. The Essentials of Social Studies, Grades K–8 will help teachers rise to this considerable challenge.
The Essentials of Mathematics, K-6
Using national and state standards to guide your math program is just a start. You still have to decide how to apply the standards in your curriculum, determine when students should learn different content, and decide which programs and textbooks will help you make math come alive in the classroom. That's where this new ASCD resource comes in. Priorities in Practice: The Essentials of Mathematics K-6 explores how educators–from classroom teachers to central office administrators–are tackling these major challenges in math education: * Emphasizing algebraic thinking, problem solving, and communication*Relying on research to guide the implementation of new teaching practices* Connecting math activities to larger purposes and everyday experiences* Differentiating instruction based on students' learning styles, interests, and readiness levels* Helping teachers use classroom assessment to guide instruction* Improving math teaching practices through teacher professional development and analysis of student work. Whether you're working with an established math curriculum or rethinking your whole approach, here's an opportunity to see where your program stands in the context of current trends. This is the first volume in a new series from ASCD that explores tested methods of teaching and administrating curriculum in the major content areas. Note: This product listing is for the reflowable (ePub) version of the book.