| Strategies for Teaching Boys and Girls -- Secondary Level Contributor(s): Gurian, Michael (Author) |
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ISBN: 0787997315 ISBN-13: 9780787997311 Publisher: Jossey-Bass OUR PRICE: $26.96 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: March 2008 Annotation: Strategies for teaching girls and boys during a stage when their minds, senses, and interests are expanding Expanding on Boys and Girls Learn Differently, Michael Gurian's pioneering examination of gender differences in the classroom, this new book shows teachers how to work with these differences at the secondary level. Drawing on the Gurian Institute's research, this workbook delves into learning in the context of peer relationships and provides tips for helping boys and girls with the common problem areas of reading and math. For Michael Gurian's biography, please see above. Kathy Stevens (Colorado Springs, CO) is the Training Director of the Gurian Institute and coauthor of The Minds of Boys. Kelley King (Boulder, CO) is Director of the Education Division at the Gurian Institute. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Education | Classroom Management - Education | Teaching Methods & Materials - General |
| Dewey: 370.15 |
| LCCN: 2008298237 |
| Physical Information: 0.4" H x 8.4" W x 10.9" (1.00 lbs) 192 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: In his best-selling classic Boys and Girls Learn Differently, Michael Gurian explained the origin and nature of gender differences in the classroom. His important book explored the behavior teachers observed and the challenges they faced with both boys and girls in their classrooms. Taking the next step, Strategies for Teaching Boys and Girls?Secondary level: A Workbook for Educators offers teachers a hands-on resource that draws on the Gurian Institute's research and training with secondary schools and school districts. The workbook presents practical strategies, lessons, and activities that have been field-tested in real classrooms and developed to harness boys' and girls' unique strengths. The workbook is designed to help teachers build a solid foundation of learning and study habits that their students can use in the classroom and at home. It covers the key curricular areas and offers proven techniques to make learning, no matter what the subject, more engaging for all students. The workbook is an essential resource for all teachers who want to improve their practice and get the most from all students?whatever their gender. |