The Power of Our Words: Teacher Language That Helps Children Learn
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Learn how teachers can use language words, tone, and pace to increase student engagement, build a positive classroom community, and more effectively manage behavior by helping children develop confidence, competence, and self-control. Since the first edition was published in 2007, thousands of educators have used The Power of Our Words as their guide to getting the most from positive teacher language.
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The second edition includes the concise explanations, concrete examples from real classrooms, and quick-scan charts showing recommended language for many classroom situations that made this book a bestseller, and adds:
Greater academic focus: More on using teacher language to boost academic engagement and achievement
Lighter, more open page design: Easier reading and scanning
Inspiring foreword: A powerful vision linking teacher language, Common Core State Standards, and 21st century learning.
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