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What Great Teachers Do Differently
- 17 Things That Matter Most, Second Edition
- Narrated by: Al Kessel
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In the second edition of this renowned book, you will find pearls of wisdom, heartfelt advice, and inspiration from one of the nation's leading authorities on staff motivation, teacher leadership, and principal effectiveness. With wit and understanding, Todd Whitaker describes the beliefs, behaviors, attitudes, and interactions of great teachers and explains what they do differently. New features include:
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- Maryon L. Rocha
- 28-10-2020
Short and Useful
As a 4th year teacher, I agree with everything mentioned in this book. I love how honest the author is and how well he explained his reasoning. All educators can benefit from reading this short book.
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- Anonymous User
- 29-07-2020
insightful
very insightful, I admire his approach, the way he connects with students, and how much he respects them and is true to himself
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- Megan T
- 18-07-2020
poor narration
the narration was terrible.. I almost could not listen. the content of the book was ok
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- Brian
- 12-07-2019
Probably Could've Given It 4 Stars?
Although I think this is a book all educators should read, it's narration was very bland and the key points are more of a paintbrush rather than specific nuanced skills. At the same time, it has a lot of value. I liked the list of main ideas and there are parts of this book I am definitely going to remember again in the future; I may even make a list of them. However, maybe it makes a better printed text, but the whole time I just kept thinking there was going to be more to it?
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- Amazon Customer
- 24-11-2019
like a friendly slap in the face
It reminds your of the reasons you got into teaching and calls on you (hand raised or not) to answer that call. It has great and actionable, common sense steps to get you back on track. I hope I can start applying it Monday!
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- Russell
- 08-06-2019
not for me
i just had a hard time following this book. i couldn't get really into it.
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- Kristina
- 03-05-2020
Reassuring for high performers
For teachers or student teachers it's a reassuring and motivating listen, outlining principles to work and live by
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