A book about the fearless joy the common sense and the B.S. detectornecessary for good teaching. BravaMichelle Broussard Assistant ProfessorMcNeese State Univer... » 

A book about the fearless joy the common sense and the B.S. detectornecessary for good teaching. BravaMichelle Broussard Assistant ProfessorMcNeese State UniversityThis book is a winner for anyone who loves teaching and who cares abouthelping students reach beyond expectationsGayla LeMay TeacherLouise Radloff Middle School Snellville GAVickie Gills timetested wisdom and practical advice provides the insightteachers need to develop a dynamic successful classroom. This third edition ofher bestseller contains new material that helps teachers work with newtechnologies evolving social climates limited budgets and standardizedtesting. Drawing on lessons learned from 21 joyous years of teaching Gillillustrates each commandment with authentic classroom stories and concreteguidance for staying enthusiastic and committed to excellence. The suggestionsshow how to Ask for support from your principal or staff Reach difficulttoteach students Choose your battles carefully Maintain an open mind and a flexible attitude Focus on why you became a teacher in the first place Rediscover your profound joy for teaching students and what Gill calls thegreatest of all professions. «