Constructivist Teaching by Heart: A Child-Centered Approach for Educators, PreK-

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Constructivist Teaching by Heart by Krista Calvert, Dana McMillan This insightful book offers a modern take on the time-honored tradition of developmentally appropriate, child-centered, constructivist philosophy of instruction: Teaching children one at a time, yet all at once. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This insightful book offers a modern take on the time-honored tradition of developmentally appropriate, child-centered, constructivist philosophy of instruction: Teaching children one at a time, yet all at once. The book provides a comprehensive road map to teaching that supports student engagement, child development, classroom environment, grouping and organization, authentic literacy instruction, and culturally informed practices.Through a series of practical chapter essays and examples, the authors push back against scripted curricula and "one-size-fits-all" school initiatives, offering instead rich examples and guiding questions to bring you closer to an authentic teaching approach that honors students and their learning.Designed for early childhood through third-grade teachers, principals, administrators, and pre-service students, Constructivist Teaching by Heart is essential reading for professional development, peer discussions, university coursework, individual study, and everyone on the journey to making children the heart of their classrooms. Author Biography Krista Calvert, EdD, is currently an elementary reading specialist in Kansas City, Kansas. She has taught elementary and middle school, served as a literacy coach and a school improvement coach, and led school and district-wide literacy initiatives. She teaches masters level reading, childrens literature, and literacy intervention courses at Avila University.Dana McMillan is an education consultant working with educators on student engagement centered around a constructivist theory. Dana has dual degrees in elementary and early childhood education and a masters degree in literacy education and taught early primary grades. She has consulted on the development of child-centered experiential learning programs for organizations throughout the United States. Table of Contents Meet the AuthorsIntroduction: Are You a Constructivist?Chapter 1: What is Teaching by Heart?· Constructivist and Behaviorist: Piaget vs Skinner· Dispositions· Common Care Standards· Engagement is the Heart of Teaching· The Heart of a ConstructivistChapter 2: Begin With Child Development· The American Question: Can We Ignore Development?· Looking at Students as Individuals: Child Development 101· Considering Childrens Social and Emotional Development· Allowing Children to Fail: Who is Really Responsible?· High and Low: What Do We Mean When We Call Children "Low" or "High"?· The Heart of Child DevelopmentChapter 3: One at a Time, All at Once· A Balanced Schedule· Classroom Spaces with Heart· Adapting Materials to a Constructivist Approach· The Power of Choice· Project Work· Assigning vs Teaching· The Heart of Teaching One at a Time, All at OnceChapter 4: Literacy with Heart· Reading Mileage· Conversations (Not Quizzes) about Books· Multiple Read Alouds· Love to Read?· Teaching Phonics· Vocabulary in Context· Readers Theater, Book Talks, and Book Reviews (Oh, My!)· The Heart of Literacy in the Constructivist ClassroomChapter 5: Culturally Informed Instruction· Culturally Relevant Teaching· Windows, Mirrors, and Doorways· Reaching Families with Heart· Culturally Informed Instruction with HeartChapter 6: Reconsidering Common Practices through a Constructivist Lens· Grade Level Teams· Screen Time· Rewards· Curriculum· Motivation· The Heart of Our BeliefsConclusion: From Our Teachers Hearts to YoursBibliographyBibliography of Childrens Literature Cited Review Perfect for professional learning sessions, this book offers practical examples and experiences to help teachers discuss their questions while reconsidering their beliefs about how children learn.Geri Cunningham, Elementary Principal, Kansas City, KansasConstructivist Teaching by Heart feels like a conversation with the authors without using a lot of educational jargon. It brings back developmentally appropriate, child-centered teaching with practical, relatable examples.Rebecca McGregor, 2nd Grade Teacher, Enumclaw, WashingtonThis book reminds us to see school through the eyes of a child who loves to explore, discover, create, and learn. It will remind you of why you fell in love with learning, and show you how to pass on that love to the learners, leaders and thinkers of our next generation. A delightful, thought-provoking, desperately needed resource as we strive to provide the best education for our children.Dr. Jennifer Waddell, Director of Teacher Education, University of Missouri – Kansas CityThis book is full of practical, high-impact teaching ideas that provide opportunities to teach from the heart. The literature connections lists are pure gold.Christi Clayton, Language Instructional Coach, Olathe, KansasI wish I had this book when I started teaching!Judy Fink, Kindergarten Teacher, Kansas City, Missouri Details ISBN1032686758 Author Dana McMillan Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Year 2024 ISBN-13 9781032686752 Format Paperback Imprint Routledge Subtitle A Child-Centered Approach for Educators, PreK-3 Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Alternative 9781032707914 Illustrations 1 Tables, black and white; 6 Line drawings, black and white; 4 Halftones, black and white; 10 Illustrations, black and white Audience Professional & Vocational Publication Date 2024-06-03 UK Release Date 2024-06-03 DEWEY 372.21 Pages 178 ISBN-10 1032686758 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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