A Handbook for Beginning Teachers

by Robert E. MacDonald

This handbook for beginning teachers offers a well-balanced approach to student teaching methods, bridging both the idealism of teaching and the realism of American schools today. The book offers... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0801315743
• ISBN13: 9780801315749
• Release Date: June 1999
• Publisher: Pearson
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 7.4" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

excellent resource

It's a very concise yet comprehensive book about the world of teaching. I wish I had read it when I was started teaching. It's a nice way to prepare someone for the shock of the job and how to handle the challenges in a sane way. The book is clearly organized into sections for easy flipping and unit reading, as well as having some questions at the end of each chapter for further thought. I didn't give it 5 stars, because I kinda feel it's a bit overpriced.

Essential for all trainee teachers!

I borrowed this book from my University Library, but after reading it I feel I must buy a copy. It has a lot of great advice on really practical issues, that are a concern to a beginner teachers:what to do on Day 1, organizing lessons, motivation, and classroom managment. I especially liked Chapter 1, on having a realistic view of teaching, this should be compulsory for anyone even contemplating a career in teaching. I feel this book will also be a good on-going reference when times get tough in the first few years, simply to give a fresh perspective, and to let you know that you are not alone, and that God teaching goes beyond straight rows and quiet kids.