Cognitive science research-based teaching techniques any educator can implement in their K-8 classroom
In Small Teaching K-8, a team of veteran educators bridges the gap between cognitive theory and the K-8 classroom environment, applying the same foundational research found in author James Lang’s bestselling Small Teaching: Everyday Lessons from the Science of Learning to the elementary and middle school setting. Via clear descriptions and step-by-step methods, the book demonstrates how to integrate simple interventions into pre-existing pedagogical techniques to dramatically improve student outcomes.
The interventions consist of classroom or online learning activities, one-time additions, or small modifications in course design or communication. Regardless of their form, they all deliver powerful, positive consequences.
In this book, readers will also find:
- Foundational concepts from up-to-date cognitive research that has implications for classroom teaching and the rationales for using them in a K-8 classroom
- Concrete examples of how interventions have been used by faculty in various disciplines
- Directions on the specific timing of each intervention, backed by evidence-based reasons
An essential resource for K-8 educators seeking ways to improve their efficacy in the classroom, Small Teaching K-8 offers teachers intuitive and actionable advice on helping students absorb and retain knowledge for the long-term.
Author(s): Sarah Connell Sanders, James M. Lang
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
Year: 2022
Language: English
Pages: 273
City: Hoboken
Cover
Title Page
Copyright Page
Contents
About the Authors
Foreword
Introduction
Part I Knowing: The Six-Minute Fix
Chapter 1 Retrieving
What’s the Theory?
In Short
Models
Three-Two-One
Closing Questions
Big Basket Quizzes
Multi-Part Quizzes
Polling
Principles
Frequency Matters
Align Practice and Assessment
Require Thinking
Small Teaching Quick Tips: Retrieving
Conclusion
Chapter 2 Self-Explaining
What’s the Theory?
In Short
Models
Think Aloud
How Does This Connect to Our Goal?
Turn-and-Talk
Discussion Protocols
Principles
Scaffold Self-Explanation
Point to Principles
Utilize Peer Power
Small Teaching Quick Tips: Self-Explaining
Conclusion
Chapter 3 Predicting
What’s the Theory?
In Short
Models
Predict during Do Nows
Pretesting
Anticipation Guides
Tea Party
Closing Predictions
Principles
Stay Conceptual
Provide Fast Feedback
Leave Time for Reflection
Small Teaching Quick Tips: Predicting
Conclusion
Chapter 4 Putting It All Together: Jennifer Hedrington, Grade 7 Teacher
Part II Thinking: Strength and Conditioning
Chapter 5 Synthesizing
What’s the Theory?
In Short
Models
Synthesis Sentence Starters
Knowledge Dumps
Finding the Main Idea
Concept Maps
The Minute Thesis
Principles
Provide the Framework
Facilitate Synthesis
Leverage Peer Learning
Small Teaching Quick Tips: Synthesis
Conclusion
Chapter 6 Practicing
What’s the Theory?
In Short
Models
Unpack Your Assessments
Parcel Them Out and Practice Them
Provide Feedback
Principles
Make the Time for In-Class Practice
Space It Out
Practice Mindfully
Small Teaching Quick Tips: Practice
Conclusion
Chapter 7 Mapping
What’s the Theory?
In Short
Models
Year-Long Theme
Writing an Objective
Post an Agenda
Principles
Set a Timer
Utilize Strong Verbs
Don’t Be Afraid to Dipstick
Small Teaching Quick Tips: Mapping
Conclusion
Chapter 8 Putting It All Together: Jennessa Burks, Grade 4 Teacher
Part III Transforming: Balance and Agility
Chapter 9 Growing
What’s the Theory?
In Short
Models
Reward Growth
Give Growth-Language Feedback
Promote Success Strategies
Principles
Design for Growth
Communicate for Growth
Feedback for Growth
Small Teaching Quick Tips: Growing
Conclusion
Chapter 10 Motivating
What’s the Theory?
In Short
Models
Positive Recognition
Tell Great Stories
Invoke Self-Transcendent Purpose
Share Your Enthusiasm
Show Compassion
Principles
Acknowledge the Emotions in the Room
Make It Social
Let Your Enthusiasm Show
Small Teaching Quick Tips: Motivating
Conclusion
Chapter 11 Expanding
Models, Principles, and Resources
Project-Based Learning
Community Service Learning
Games and Simulations
Resources
Small Teaching Quick Tips: Expanding
Conclusion
Chapter 12 Putting It All Together: Matt Halpern, Kindergarten Teacher and Literacy Consultant
Chapter 13 Conclusion
References
Index
EULA
