Help elementary school students engage in the learning process and achieve their goals in the classroom with this effective & proven teaching method.
Clear communication between students and teachers is crucial for effective learning. When students understand the why and how of learning (a.k.a. “teacher clarity”), it’s so much easier for them to fully engage with the process and achieve their goals. This book details the benefits that clear communication can have in elementary classroom, from breaking down the basics of teacher clarity and shared learning progressions to providing classroom-ready activities. Plus, you’ll discover suggestions for effective classroom teaching practices, including:Deconstructing state standards to develop learning intentions and objectivesDeveloping success criteria to support new learningBuilding student awareness through structured language talkEmbedding self-assessment checks for students to assess their levels of understanding throughout a lessonAnd much more
Through the research-based methods of teacher clarity, educators will understand the importance of partnership between students and teachers, which in turn fosters improved student success.
Marine Freibrun earned her bachelor of arts from the University of California, Irvine, and her masters of arts in educational leadership from California State University, Northridge. She is currently a fifth-grade teacher who has previously taught second, third, sixth, and eighth grade. She has also served as an instructional coach, English Language Development coach, and Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports coach for her district, as well as the head teacher for her school site. Marine enjoys working with teachers through professional development and mentorship, all while continuously learning new, effective methods to implement in her daily teaching. She is also the author of the blog Tales from a Very Busy Teacher. She lives in Southern Idaho with her two amazing boys and supportive husband.