No More Theories Please!

A Guide for Elementary Teachers

By (author) L. K. Masao Foreword by Lucretia Jackson

Publication date:

16 January 2009

Length of book:

128 pages

Publisher

R&L Education

Dimensions:

229x148mm
6x9"

ISBN-13: 9781578869893

No More Theories Please!: A Guide for Elementary Teachers is a classroom management guide for current and prospective elementary classroom teachers. In the book Masao discuss the 3 Rs of management—rules, routines, and reinforcement—as well as behavior management plans and organization. Some chapters provide templates of management systems that the author created and implemented successfully in her own classroom.Unlike many other education texts, this book does not speak in theoretical terms. Rather it provides a how-to guide that clearly defines each strategy and procedure. The book is divided into three sections: organization; routines, rules, and reinforcement; and classroom behavior management systems. Each section has three or four chapters and provides tangible and pragmatic steps that can be taken to create the structured environment desired. Masao writes with a conversational tone, guiding the reader through the process.
With all the theories swirling about in the field of education, this book's realistic view of the teaching profession and its ever-increasing demands offers a breath of fresh air. No More Theories Please! is a must-read for every first-year teacher. Masao not only provides practical everyday strategies to help the novice teacher survive the first year but also presents tips for the veteran teacher. What keen insight!