Extraordinary Teachers

by Fred Stephenson Jr.

Book Overview

Dr. Fred J. Stephenson recognized the growing dissatisfaction with America's schools and decided he had a remedy. So he asked master teachers-all of whom had won the University of Georgia's Josiah... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0740718606
• ISBN13: 9780740718601
• Release Date: September 2001
• Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 2.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.3" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

Extraordinary Teachers by Stephenson

This work attests to the fact that a good teacher must have the following characteristics: - passion for the subject matter - technical knowledge of the subject - excitement and connectivity - results - ability to develop the full potential of students The author explains that critical thinking skills are an important aspect of superior teaching because student involvement is enhanced and comparative thinking is encouraged. The case study method and community projects are classic methodologies for developing critical thinking skills. In large classes, the author advises us that story-telling and personal empathy are important teaching tools which support meaningful learning experiences. The work is valuable as a tool for enhancing the tools available to teachers. The price charged is reasonable for the considerable value of the information contained .

What an Extraordinary Book-very timely, and uplifting

This was such an uplifting book to read. We hear so many negative comments and stories about teaching. What a refreshing change to read a book that glorifies teachers and teaching, and makes one sit and think back on the good and bad teachers in our own lives. It's such an easy book to read, and it is broken down into short segments, so you don't need to devote large amounts of time to it. Each essay takes about 10 minutes or so to read. I sat down thinking I'd read a few minutes here and there, and ended up reading half the book in one sitting. I am not a teacher, but a parent. I not only plan to give this book to teachers who have made a difference in my daughter's life, but also to teachers who made a difference in my own life. I know that tracking some of them down will be a challenge, but they need to know how appreciated they are. This book will help convey their importance. A must read for anyone concerned with education in our country-parents, teachers, future teachers, ect.....