Describes what one high school writing teacher would do to make a writing workshop work effectively. (RL)

This article is a semi-satire of suggestions for teachers on how to improve their classroom instructional strategies and curriculum. Many aspects of education and teaching occur in multiples of three and this article summarizes this phenomenon. (Author)

Nine elementary teachers explain how they design their classrooms to match and support their instructional styles. The teachers focus on whole language programs, student portfolios, science activity set-ups, technology transformation, learning center strategies, and space utilization. (SM)

A teaching style classification system that can aid in the evaluation of teachers is outlined. It allows the evaluator the use of systematic and orderly evaluation practices. (MD)

Poses questions that are relevant to the division of labor in a team-teaching situation and offers suggestions for making team teaching a success. (FL)

Describes two types of K-8 mathematics teachers: Alphas, who strictly follow the text and never make mistakes in class, and Betas, who don't rely on texts and who teach concepts, make mistakes, and excite and confuse their students. Suggests the Beta model of teaching as more rewarding and enjoyable. (SJL)

Recollections of an eighth grade mathematics teacher who represented teaching that takes into account an accurate understanding of the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual changes that are experienced by young adolescents. (six references) (MLF)

Suggestions are listed for teacher behavior and classroom rules intended to maintain order and establish good work habits. (RM)

Before explaining the Teach-Practice-Apply (TPA) model for instructional improvement, an overview is presented of three general factors necessary for effective instruction: knowledge of content area; knowledge of teaching and learning theory; and the ability to select and use appropriate teaching strategies. It is assumed that teachers using the…

Lessons can catch students' attention and be particularly memorable when they are dramatized with surprise, mystery, or personalization. (SJL)

Collaborative teaching, wherein teachers trade classes for a determined period of time, is discussed and the benefits to gifted children explored. Trading classrooms allows teachers to share insights and fosters enthusiasm and teacher confidence. Benefits to gifted students include exposure to a variety of teaching styles and content. Successful…

Observation of 20 teachers from mainstreamed preschool programs found that teachers engaged in many roles (including instructor, monitor, coplayer, entertainer, observer, behavior manager, materials manager, caregiver, and unavailable) and switched roles frequently. A model is proposed for assessing teachers' roles when planning how to embed…

Drawing from a literature review of books, periodicals, and documents published since 1971, this paper provides the necessary background for a business/industrial trainer to reach trainees more effectively by identifying students' learning styles and matching styles with appropriate strategies for teaching/learning. Part A provides a summary of…

Discusses the appropriateness of the process method for the business writer. Describes how the method might be taught in a business communication course. (JD)

Reviews David Kolb's Experiential Learning Model, stressing its potential for developing or redesigning curricula for adult learners to include learning modes focusing on concrete experience, active experimentation, reflective observation, and abstract conceptualization. Offers a checklist for assessing which modes are accommodated by an…