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Informationen zum Autor By Carolyn Orange Klappentext This book is a treasure trove of information, generously sprinkled with gems of wisdom and insights for helping teachers to eradicate doubt and uncertainty about their teaching. The dynamism of the book is fueled by a highly effective 3-step Believe in Yourself Process, designed to help teachers modify their belief system about their teaching efficacy. Custom exercises are used to encourage deep introspection, to modify awareness, and to inspire change. Expert techniques and approaches are offered for improving all aspects of classroom teaching such as climate, function, teacher persona, and best practices for instruction.This book will be a personal catalyst for successful change from doubtful to doubt-free teaching. This book invites you to record your thoughts and responses as you read, providing a treasure map for discovering unearthed possibilities for your new, doubt-free teaching efficacy and classroom excellence. Inhaltsverzeichnis AcknowledgmentsAbout the AuthorPrefacePhase I: Disconnect: Exploring the Roots of Self-DoubtChapter 1: Self-Doubt: Viewing Yourself through a Deficit LensExercise 1.1: Silencing Negative Childhood WhispersExercise 1.2: How do you compare?Exercise 1.3: Steps for Arresting Your FearsExercise 1.4: Uprooting the Roots of DoubtChapter 2: Self-Exploration: Assessing Strengths and Weaknesses as a Teacher Exercise 2.1: Strategies for Becoming a Wasabi Pea Exercise 2.2: Preparation Evaluation Exercise 2.3: Developing a Stress-free Model of TeachingChapter 3: Kicking the Habits That Nurture Doubt Exercise 3.1: Are You a Hostage to Self-doubt?Exercise 3.2: Sweep Away Your Mind ClutterPhase II: Reconnect: Repair and Reconstruct the Damage Caused By Negative Thoughts Chapter 4: Getting a New Doubt-Averse Attitude: Replacing Fear with Trust Exercise 4.1: Reflections of Truth: Take a Closer Look Exercise 4.2: Check Your "Self-Efficacy" Exercise 4.3: Procrastination-Busting Strategies to Get You on a RollChapter 5: Jumpstarting Your Teacher-Efficacy Exercise 5.1: Piecing Together Best Practices for Better Teaching Exercise 5.2: Part I for Evidence-based Teaching Evaluations Exercise 5.2: Part II for Evidence-based Teaching Evaluations Exercise 5.2: Part III for Evidence-based Teaching EvaluationsExercise 5.3: Blueprint for Managing Risks Associated with Uncertainty Chapter 6: Managing the Brute Creations of Negative Emotions Exercise 6.1: Anger Response Analysis Exercise 6.2: Red Heat RatingExercise 6.3: Lose the Baggage of Negative Thinking and Reclaim Your Positive ThinkingPhase III: New Connects: Generating New Thinking and Connecting to the Super Teacher WithinChapter 7: Moving Beyond Doubt to Enlightenment - Getting to Know the Professional You Better Exercise 7.1: Developing Interpersonal and Intrapersonal Skills Exercise 7.2: Assessing Your Star Teacher PersonaChapter 8: Creating Exceptional Educational Environments for Maximum Learning Exercise 8.1: Create a Tangential Learning Sequence Script Exercise 8.2: Create a Greenhouse Classroom Chapter 9: Exploring the Potency of Empowerment Exercise 9.1: Releasing the Sweet Fruits of Power in You and Your Students Exercise 9.2: Unmasking Your Doubts and Your Students' Doubts with a Can-Do Attitude Exercise 9.3: Blastoff Your Emotional Intelligence Skills In 5 Days Exercise 9.4: How Do Your Leadership Skills Stack Up?Chapter10: Changing Inside and Out: Necessary Steps for Being the Best Exercise 10.1: Formulary for Change in Education Exercise 10.2: Color Your Inner Charismatic Chameleon for Change Exercise 10.3: Assessment of Teacher Tech Savvy in a Digital Age Exercise 10.4: Change Your Future Possibilities with Positive AffirmationsIndex...
