Table of Contents

Introduction
Chapter 1: “The Nature of Effective Teaching
Chapter 2: “People Skills:  Foundation of Effective Teaching”
Chapter 3: “Managing to Teach:  Print- to-Practice Strategies”
Chapter 4: “Classroom Management Plan : Bringing It All Together”
Chapter 5: “The Home-School Connection”
Chapter 6: “Using Surveys”
Chapter 7: “Meeting the Challenge”
Chapter 8: “Engaging Students in Learning”
Chapter 9: “Creating a Positive School Culture”
Chapter 10: “The Effect of Poverty on Teaching and Learning”
Chapter 11: “Time for Reflection:  Putting Your Thoughts Into Writing”
Chapter 12: “Summary and Conclusion”
Index
About the Author
 

About the Author

Dr. Jerry H. Boyle has spent over four decades in field of education.  His professional experiences include nearly 30 years as a school principal, 10 years as Executive Director of a Professional Development Training Center, teaching part time at the University of Cincinnati at both graduate and undergraduate levels.
 

Reviews

“A set of strategies and people skills are presented that will help teachers become more successful in raising achievement of their students.”
*Dr. Larry Rowedder, National Education Consultant*

1.“This book goes right to the heart of it: teaching is
mainly about relating to people. Concrete
strategies are presented to help teachers perfect
their people skills.”
*Kathleen Ware, President, Mayerson Academy*

1. “As parents, we want the best education for our
children. This is a must read book for parents as
well as educators.Useful information about what
goes on in the classroom can be learned.”
*Craig Braun, Parent*

1. “This book is a great teaching tool. As a person of
color, I paid particular attention to the info on
diversity. I read those pages through that lens.”
*Gwendolyn Walton, Former Elementary School Principal*

“A wonderful resource for all teachers. It is an
easy read, user friendly and very practical.
Great book for your professional library.”
*Kathy Witherup, Professional Development Specialist*