20 Best Books For Educators (2023 Update)

A new york times best seller – merging real stories with theory, research, and practice, a prominent scholar offers a new approach to teaching and learning for every stakeholder in urban education. – drawing on his own experience of feeling undervalued and invisible in classrooms as a young man of color and merging his experiences with more than a decade of teaching and researching in urban america, award-winning educator christopher emdin offers a new lens on an approach to teaching and learning in urban schools. for white folks who teach in the hood…and the rest of y’all too is the much-needed antidote to traditional top-down pedagogy and promises to radically reframe the landscape of urban education for the better. – he begins by taking to task the perception of urban youth of color as unteachable, and he challenges educators to embrace and respect each student’s culture and to reimagine the classroom as a site where roles are reversed and students become the experts in their own learning. – putting forth his theory of reality pedagogy, emdin provides practical tools to unleash the brilliance and eagerness of youth and educators alike—both of whom have been typecast and stymied by outdated modes of thinking about urban education. with this fresh and engaging new pedagogical vision, emdin demonstrates the importance of creating a family structure and building communities within the classroom, using culturally relevant strategies like hip-hop music and call-and-response, and connecting the experiences of urban youth to indigenous populations globally. merging real stories with theory, research, and practice, emdin demonstrates how by implementing the “seven c’s” of reality pedagogy in their own classrooms, urban youth of color benefit from truly transformative education. – for white folks who teach in the hood…and the rest of y'all too has been featured in mother jones, education week, weekend all things considered with michel martin, diverse: issues in higher education, pbs news hour, slate, the washington post, scholastic administrator magazine, essence magazine, salon, color – lines, ebony, huffington post education

Whether they're an educator, a coach, or a mentor, this book is for them. perfect for national teacher day, teacher appreciation week, the end of the school year, or just because.

One of the most daunting tasks facing teachers today is learning how to work with students from a wide range of ethnic, cultural, and social backgrounds. teachers are eager to improve their skills, but good multicultural teaching cannot be learned in a single education course or in-service workshop. it is something that evolves over time as a teacher accumulates critical self-awareness, cultural knowledge, and teaching skills. to help both new and seasoned teachers to become more effective with their students from diverse backgrounds, becoming multicultural educators edited by geneva gay, offers fourteen compelling stories from different regions, cultures, ethnic groups, and stages of professional and personal growth in developing multicultural awareness, knowledge, and skills. one contributing author declares community participation and social activism are the keys to his professional growth. for another, multicultural understanding comes when she learns to unveil the masks of insidious negative stereotypes. well-grounded in education theory, becoming multicultural educators is both personal and inspiring. this is the book that will help teachers, and those who prepare them, blossom as educators and human beings.

One of the most influential teaching guides ever—updated! teach like a champion 2.0 is a complete update to the international bestseller. this teaching guide is a must-have for new and experienced teachers alike. over 1.3 million teachers around the world already know how the techniques in this book turn educators into classroom champions. with ideas for everything from boosting academic rigor, to improving classroom management, and inspiring student engagement, you will be able to strengthen your teaching practice right away. the first edition of teach like a champion influenced thousands of educators because author doug lemov's teaching strategies are simple and powerful. now, updated techniques and tools make it even easier to put students on the path to college readiness. the classroom techniques you'll learn in this book can be adapted to suit any context. find out why teach like a champion is a "teaching bible" for so many educators worldwide.

Current and comprehensive, becoming a teacher, eighth edition, takes a straightforward look at what it means to be a professional teacher in today's climate of accountability, high-stakes testing, and new government legislation by covering key issues in a personal, interactive, and no-nonsense style. building upon a strong “mentoring” message that has long been the tradition of becoming a teacher, the eighth edition helps students make difficult decisions about their teaching future by fostering an awareness of the realities of teaching in america today. this down-to-earth and straightforward approach provides students with the tools and information necessary to answer the questions, “what does it take to become a high quality teacher?” and “do i want to teach?” along the way, the authors provide practical perspectives for meeting the challenges of teaching. organized into four parts, the book addresses both functional and foundational topics to give readers a well-rounded view of the teaching profession. the new eighth edition contains even more features that the book has long been known for — numerous boxed features authored by experienced teachers and directed to future teachers. the new edition also includes an increased focus on technology and how teachers can engage their students by utilizing and integrating the most current technologies into the classroom.

Current and comprehensive, becoming a teacher, eighth edition, takes a straightforward look at what it means to be a professional teacher in today's climate of accountability, high-stakes testing, and new government legislation by covering key issues in a personal, interactive, and no-nonsense style. building upon a strong “mentoring” message that has long been the tradition of becoming a teacher, the eighth edition helps students make difficult decisions about their teaching future by fostering an awareness of the realities of teaching in america today. this down-to-earth and straightforward approach provides students with the tools and information necessary to answer the questions, “what does it take to become a high quality teacher?” and “do i want to teach?” along the way, the authors provide practical perspectives for meeting the challenges of teaching. organized into four parts, the book addresses both functional and foundational topics to give readers a well-rounded view of the teaching profession. the new eighth edition contains even more features that the book has long been known for — numerous boxed features authored by experienced teachers and directed to future teachers. the new edition also includes an increased focus on technology and how teachers can engage their students by utilizing and integrating the most current technologies into the classroom.

Is great teaching a gift that only a few of us are born with, or is it a skill that can be learned? in never work harder than your students, robyn jackson makes a radical assertion: any teacher can become a master teacher by developing a master teacher mindset, the master teacher mindset can be achieved by rigorously applying seven principles to your teaching until they become your automatic response to students in the classroom. the more you practice these principles, the more you begin to think like a master teacher. the seven principles are 1. start where your students are. 2. know where your students are going. 3. expect to get your students to their goal. 4. support your students along the way. 5. use feedback to help you and your students get better. 6. focus on quality rather than quantity. 7. using these seven principles, jackson shows you how to become a master teacher no matter where you are in your practices. each chapter provides a detailed explanation of one of the mastery principles, the steps you need to take to apply them to your own practice, and suggestions for how you can begin practicing the principle in your classroom right away. jackson offers stories from her own teaching practice as well as from other teachers she has helped to show you how each principle works. teaching is a hard job, but using jacksonæs principles will help you and your students reap the rich rewards of that hard work. book jacket.

What if… every year, beloved teacher and author debbie miller commits to trying something new. she asks a "beautiful question" that pushes her to see new possibilities and put children at the center of her teaching. new opportunities for teaching and learning in what's the best that could happen?, debbie confronts a challenge all teachers face: the feeling of being stuck and the fear of trying something new. each chapter digs into a question about teaching from debbie's work with teachers and children across the country: what if each day's teaching focused on children's agency? what if our classroom environment and routines offered choice? what if read aloud sustained children's independent thinking? you'll find practical insights and critical understandings that will benefit you and your children. more importantly, you'll learn to ask your own beautiful questions, grapple with the messiness that surfaces, and find answers that inspire something new and worthy in your teaching.

Is great teaching a gift that only a few of us are born with, or is it a skill that can be learned? in never work harder than your students, robyn jackson makes a radical assertion: any teacher can become a master teacher by developing a master teacher mindset, the master teacher mindset can be achieved by rigorously applying seven principles to your teaching until they become your automatic response to students in the classroom. the more you practice these principles, the more you begin to think like a master teacher. the seven principles are 1. start where your students are. 2. know where your students are going. 3. expect to get your students to their goal. 4. support your students along the way. 5. use feedback to help you and your students get better. 6. focus on quality rather than quantity. 7. using these seven principles, jackson shows you how to become a master teacher no matter where you are in your practices. each chapter provides a detailed explanation of one of the mastery principles, the steps you need to take to apply them to your own practice, and suggestions for how you can begin practicing the principle in your classroom right away. jackson offers stories from her own teaching practice as well as from other teachers she has helped to show you how each principle works. teaching is a hard job, but using jacksonæs principles will help you and your students reap the rich rewards of that hard work. book jacket.

This practical, engaging book offers design educators a comprehensive, hands-on introduction to design education and pedagogy in higher education. featuring instructional strategies and case studies from diverse design disciplines, including fashion design, architecture, and industrial design, from both the us and abroad, award-winning author steven faerm contextualizes design pedagogy with student development–a critical component to fostering successful teaching, optimal learning, and student success in this ever-evolving industry. features include the following: – advanced pedagogical methods and strategies to improve design students' learning, holistic development, and design school experience.- insights into the changing nature of the design industries and future challenges faced by design educators within higher education, and how design programs can be strengthened to better respond to these challenges.- a range of practical, flexible teaching methods and pedagogical techniques that design educators can easily adapt to their own settings.- diverse international case studies and interviews with thought leaders in design, design education, and higher education. written by a leading educator in fashion design, faerm offers educators, school leaders, and administrators the context and skills to understand the evolving nature of the design industry and design education, and to improve design students' learning and design school experience.

One day, third-grade teacher kyle schwartz asked her students to fill-in-the-blank in this sentence: "i wish my teacherknew _____." the results astounded her. some answers were humorous, others were heartbreaking-all were profoundly moving and enlightening. the results opened her eyes to the need for educators to understand the unique realities their students face in order to create an open, safe and supportive place in the classroom. when schwartz shared her experience online, #iwishmyteacherknew became an immediate worldwide viral phenomenon. schwartz's book tells the story of #iwishmyteacherknew, including many students' emotional and insightful responses, and ultimately provides an invaluable guide for teachers, parents, and communities.

Learn more about the new edition! for two decades, speech to print has been a bestselling, widely adopted textbook on explicit, high-quality literacy instruction. now the anticipated third edition is here, fully updated with ten years of new research, a complete package of supporting materials, and expanded guidance on the how of assessment and instruction in today's classrooms. filling a critical gap in teacher preparation courses, speech to print supplies k-12 educators with in-depth knowledge of the structure and function of language–fundamentals they need to deliver successful structured literacy instruction. renowned literacy expert louisa cook moats gives current and future teachers comprehensive, accurate, and accessible information on the underpinnings of language instruction, including: the history of the english language and its effect on spelling english phonology, including speech sounds and their distinctive features how print represents speech in english the morphological aspects of words syntax and its instruction how meaning is conveyed with language through case studies, activities, recommended teaching principles, and close analysis of real-world student work samples, teachers will also receive invaluable insight into how their students should be taught. ideal for use in preservice courses and in-service professional development sessions, this essential textbook will give educators the strong foundation they need to teach language and reading skills to students with and without disabilities. what's new: new and expanded practical content on the how of language and reading instruction new and updated chapter exercises new faculty support materials more on key topics like program and curricula selection, frameworks for instructional planning, and problem solving when students are slow to respond to intervention more accessible, undergraduate-friendly tone and structure additional graphics to illustrate key concepts new faculty support materials! support your instruction with a complete package of online companion materials, including chapter quizzes, a sample syllabus/course outline, powerpoints to accompany each chapter, pdf handouts for selected concepts, and a video demonstrating production of all the sounds in the english language. watch the webinar recording

Teach like a champion 3.0 is the long-awaited update to doug lemov’s highly regarded guide to the craft of teaching. this book teaches you how to create a positive and productive classroom that encourages student engagement, trust, respect, accountability, and excellence. in this edition, you’ll find new and updated teaching techniques, the latest evidence from cognitive science and culturally responsive teaching practices, and an expanded companion video collection. learn how to build students’ background knowledge, move learning into long-term memory, and connect your teaching with the curriculum content for tangible improvement in learning outcomes. the new version of the book includes: an introductory chapter on mental models for teachers to use to guide their decision-making in the classroom. extensive discussion of research in social and cognitive science to support and guide the use of techniques. additional online resources, and supports read this powerful update to discover the techniques that leading teachers are using to put students on the path to success.

A classic essay on the knowledge and characteristics a teacher should have, the skills needed for teaching, and the importance of developing the character as well as the mind

This funny, touching picture book celebrates the difference a good teacher can make. written as a thank-you note to a special teacher from the student who never forgot her, this moving story makes a great classroom read-aloud, and a perfect back-to-school gift for students and teachers! dear teacher, whenever i had something to tell you, i tugged on your shirt and whispered in your ear. this time i’m writing a letter. so begins this heartfelt picture book about a girl who prefers running and jumping to listening and learning—and the teacher who gently inspires her. from stomping through creeks on a field trip to pretending to choke when called upon to read aloud, this book’s young heroine would be a challenge to any teacher. but this teacher isn’t just any teacher. by listening carefully and knowing just the right thing to say, she quickly learns that the girl’s unruly behavior is due to her struggles with reading. from award winning author deborah hopkinson and acclaimed illustrator nancy carpenter, this picture book is made to be treasured by both those who teach and those who learn.

A riveting, must-read, year-in-the-life account of three teachers, combined with reporting that reveals what’s really going on behind school doors, by new york times bestselling author and education expert alexandra robbins. alexandra robbins goes behind the scenes to tell the true, sometimes shocking, always inspirational stories of three teachers as they navigate a year in the classroom. she follows penny, a southern middle school math teacher who grappled with a toxic staff clique at the big school in a small town; miguel, a special ed teacher in the western united states who fought for his students both as an educator and as an activist; and rebecca, an east coast elementary school teacher who struggled to schedule and define a life outside of school. robbins also interviewed hundreds of other teachers nationwide who share their secrets, dramas, and joys. interspersed among the teachers’ stories—a seeming scandal, a fourth-grade whodunit, and teacher confessions—are hard-hitting essays featuring cutting-edge reporting on the biggest issues facing teachers today, such as school violence; outrageous parent behavior; inadequate support, staffing, and resources coupled with unrealistic mounting demands; the “myth” of teacher burnout; the covid-19 pandemic; and ways all of us can help the professionals who are central both to the lives of our children and the heart of our communities.

Like the best-selling first edition, this book is filled with strategies to motivate your staff and maintain a high level of energy at your school. this guide will help all educators approach work every day in an enthusiastic, focused, and positive state of mind. this book will help you: -motivate your faculty with the friday focus–a staff memo that works!-understand the power of praise and how to best utilize it every day-make sure staff meetings, teacher evaluation, and daily activities raise the energy level in your school-maximize the holidays, open house nights, and other special events the make your staff feel special

"i doubt you'll find an education book with more useful insights per minute of reading time." dylan wiliam, emeritus professor of educational assessment at uclthis book is for any teacher or school leader who's interested in understanding how learning works, and how to optimise their teaching to make it happen. it stitches together the best available evidence from cognitive science and educational research into a coherent set of actionable principles that you can use to improve your impact in the classroom. – memorable teaching has been carefully constructed to be a highly efficient reading experience. it is short, sparse and you should be able to read it in about an hour. – act i: preliminaries – why memory? memory architecture – the 9 principles – act ii: principles1: manage information2: orient attention3: streamline communication4: regulate load5: expedite elaboration6: refine structures7: stabilise changes8: align pedagogies9: embed metacognition—–praise for memorable teaching"i can't remember when i have ever read a book that takes such complex ideas and communicates them with sophistication and simplicity." oliver caviglioli, education author & information designer"a truly excellent book which sets out the science behind learning with remarkable clarity." mark enser, head of geography at heathfield community college—–praise for other books in the high impact teaching series"a great little book for teachers based on robust evidence." carl hendrick, head of learning and research at wellington college"things that make teachers' lives simpler like this are few and far between." doug lemov, author of teach like a champion"all i can say is that it was everything i'd hoped for and more." jon hutchinson, assistant head at reach & visiting fellow at ambition"another absolute gem from peps mccrea." helene galdin-o'shea, english teacher & research – ed organiser"peps packs the punches from the first page." kathryn morgan, advisor at tdt & ubergeek

Dry spells and indifferent students, acrimonious meetings and recalcitrant colleagues, isolation and self-doubt–the stresses of the teaching profession are plentiful. in times of strain, many teachers draw on the wisdom of their mentors, the seasoned teachers who taught them classroom skills and became trusted models and friends. swetnam, some of the best, most inspiring, and most insightful mentors she has are saints of the catholic church–and a remarkable number of these men and women were teachers themselves. in fact, many of the church's heroes schieved their saintly stature by facing challenges identical to those that teachers face today.some of the fifty-two saints described in my best teachers were saints give lessons on how to overcome the teaching profession's unique problems; others show today's teachers how to identify successes that are often quite difficult to discern. all of the saints in this book share one thing in common: they persevered in the educational work that god called them to do. swetnam brings to life each story of perseverance and makes it easy for today's educatiors to discover mentor-companions wh can help them rekindle and fortify their passion in the classroom.

This revised and expanded edition of the 1990 bestseller includes the latest research in language acquisition: how to teach reading and writing and how to develop listening and speaking skills. it is filled with the authors' trademark anecdotes and practical advice, based on their many years of experience working with ell students. strategies for teaching the four literacy skills-reading, writing, speaking, and listening-are enhanced by student examples and illustrations. to help you personalize the theory discussed, each chapter includes a section with questions and case studies so you can apply the information to your own school and issues. in this new edition, you'll find great suggestions on how tofamiliarize your esl students with the school and classmatesmeasure reading, writing, speaking, and listening fluencyrecognize and help students cope with culture shockenrich your reading and writing programsrecognize the different needs of your students-with effective strategies for each level of literacyteach language through content help esl students succeed in the content areastap the resources of your school and community