Teach Like a Champion

by Doug Lemov

Published 1 January 2010
Teach Like a Champion offers effective teaching techniquesto help teachers, especially those in their first few years, becomechampions in the classroom. These powerful techniques are concrete,specific, and are easy to put into action the very next day.Training activities at the end of each chapter help the readerfurther their understanding through reflection and application ofthe ideas to their own practice. Among the techniques: * Technique #1: No Opt Out. How to move students from theblank stare or stubborn shrug to giving the right answer everytime. * Technique #35: Do It Again. When students fail tosuccessfully complete a basic task from entering theclassroom quietly to passing papers around doing it again,doing it right, and doing it perfectly, results in the bestconsequences. * Technique #38: No Warnings. If you're angry with yourstudents, it usually means you should be angry with yourself. Thistechnique shows how to effectively address misbehaviors in yourclassroom. The print version includes a DVD of 25 videoclips of teachers demonstrating the techniques in the classroom.E
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The companion to Teach Like a Champion, the book that took the teaching community by storm In his acclaimed book Teach Like a Champion, Doug Lemov shared 49 essential techniques used by excellent teachers. In his companion Field Guide, he further explores those techniques in a practical guide. With the Teach Like a Champion Field Guide, teachers will have an indispensable resource that complements their classroom application of Lemov's techniques. The activities are designed to accompany the practitioner on the journey to become a champion teacher. The activities span three stages: learning the techniques, preparing to use the techniques, and actual practice. In addition to developing and sharpening teaching techniques, the activities provide a proven system for assessing outcomes. The book includes thirty new video clips of champion teachers with analysis from the author. It also includes helpful charts for teachers to track their own progress and to record feedback from colleagues. Most importantly, by using the Field Guide, teachers will be prepared to successfully unlock the talent and skill in all their students.
* A hands-on exploration of 49 techniques that are guaranteed to boost success in the classroom * Includes 30 video clips of champion teachers * Written by Doug Lemov, bestselling author of Teach Like a Champion Teach Like a Champion Field Guide is a must-have workbook for every teacher, from beginner to veteran. The workbook is also a great tool for professional development.