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Book Synopsis: Learn how teachers can use language—words, tone, and pace—to increase student engagement, build a positive classroom community, and more effectively manage behavior. In this warm and thought-provoking guide, Paula Denton offers practical tips, real-life anecdotes, and concrete examples, including specific suggestions about language to adopt and language to avoid.
Topics include:
- Using language to help children envision success
- Open-ended questions that stretch children's thinking
- Listening and using silence skillfully
- The 3 Rs of teaching language: reinforcing, reminding, and redirecting
- Saying what you mean and meaning what you say: giving brief, concrete instructions that offer meaningful, specific encouragement
The Power of Our Words advocates a sensible approach to teacher language that is backed by research and proven through decades of successful practice in elementary classrooms nationwide.
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In today's dynamic classroom environment, effective communication is key to fostering a positive learning experience for students. That's why we are excited to introduce "The Power of Our Words," a groundbreaking book by Paula Denton that explores the unparalleled influence that teachers' language has on student engagement, behavior management, and classroom community building.
With its wealth of practical tips, real-life anecdotes, and concrete examples, "The Power of Our Words" is a must-read for any educator seeking to enhance their teaching techniques. Denton delves into the power of using language to help children envision success, encouraging them to explore their full potential. By using open-ended questions that stretch children's thinking, teachers can create an environment where students are motivated to dig deeper and be active participants in their own learning.
One of the key aspects highlighted in this guide is the art of listening and using silence skillfully. Denton emphasizes the importance of creating moments of reflection and allowing students to express themselves fully. By employing the 3 Rs of teaching language - reinforcing, reminding, and redirecting - educators can effectively guide their students towards meaningful discussions and build a positive classroom community.
Saying what you mean and meaning what you say is another crucial theme addressed in this book. Denton provides teachers with practical strategies for delivering brief, concrete instructions that offer meaningful and specific encouragement to students. By adopting this approach, educators can ensure that their words have a profound impact on student growth and development.
"The Power of Our Words" is not just another book on teaching strategies; it is a comprehensive resource that advocates a sensible approach to teacher language. Backed by research and proven through decades of successful practice in elementary classrooms nationwide, this book is your guide to transformative communication in the classroom. Unlock the potential of your words and create an engaging and harmonious learning environment by grabbing your copy today.
Click here to order "The Power of Our Words" now and take the first step towards becoming a more effective and influential educator!
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