Nationally renowned expert on English Language Learners (ELL), JO GUSMAN, presents a powerful and compelling model to differentiate instruction in our nation’s culturally and linguistically diverse classrooms. Jo outlines her research-based FOUNDATION-FRAMEWORK-TOOLS model to help educators create effective language acquisition programs that meet the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) requirements. The accompanying Viewer’s Manual includes valuable tools needed to create effective language and liter...

Jo’s ESL Combo Package — Great for Staff Development! Includes: Differentiated Instruction and the English Language Learner (VHS or DVD) with accompanying Viewer's Guide; and Practical Strategies for Accelerating the Literacy Skills and Content Learning of Your ESL Students (audio cassette package with resource handbook)

Effective leadership hinges not only on understanding the nature of human intelligence, but also, more importantly, on applying the principles that nurture it. Taking leaders from knowledge about the value of brain-based leadership, to action based on the best available research is what this inspiring guide is all about. Unique features of this text include: Integrated intuitive reflection exercises Definition of leadership within the context of the 21st century Practical tips for un...

12 Brain/Mind Learning Principles in Action: The Fieldbook for Making Connections, Teaching and the Human Brain This new book from the Caines and their colleagues will introduce readers to their renowned 12 organizing principles for how the brain learns and how to use that knowledge for student learning. 12 Brain/Mind Learning Principles in Action is grouped around key teaching and learning fundamentals: Climate for learning Instruction Student processing Linked to National Teachi...

How to Explain a Brain: An Educator's Handbook for Brain Terms & Cognitive Processes This unique look into the marvelous brain uses language and descriptions that are accessible to readers, even those with just a limited understanding of biology. Discover how our brain is organized and develops, and how educators can use this emerging understanding of cognition to enhance student learning and the school environment. This ready-reference guide to essential concepts and terms in cognitive neuro...

Learn what scientists have uncovered about how children develop spoken language and use spoken language abilities when learning to read. Complete with relevant brain diagrams and informative tables, this exciting new book examines critical concepts including: Understanding language acquisition and its relationship to reading Incorporating modern research findings in your classroom Recognizing and overcoming reading problems, including early intervention programs Content area reading ...

Be the one to make a difference in your students’ thinking! With more than 100 games to choose from, Brain Food is your one-stop source for exploring the fun in learning. This compilation is filled with new as well as traditional games, and most need little more than paper and pencil to get you started. Each game is classroom tested and tailored to enhance the intelligences of your students.

40% of all students have some kind of learning impairment, yet many go undetected. This practical, comprehensive guide connects the latest brain research with strategies to help you identify and cope with the most common learning disorders occurring in today's classrooms. Packed with powerful techniques to empower your most frustrating, hard-to-reach learners, this brilliant, color-illustrated book explains how to improve the brain function of students with and without Ritalin or other medica...

Nationally renowned expert on English Language Learners (ELL), JO GUSMAN presents a powerful and compelling model to differentiate instruction in our nation’s culturally and linguistically diverse classrooms. Jo outlines her research-based FOUNDATION-FRAMEWORK-TOOLS model to help educators create effective language acquisition programs that meet the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) requirements. The accompanying Viewer’s Manual includes valuable tools needed to create effective language and litera...

Students' needs are varied, so you need a variety of strategies to teach different learners. That's exactly what you'll find in this book—101 strategies. Strategies are arranged into grade level within each of the six sections: Classroom management, community building, teacher's toolbox, literacy, math, and assessment. (Grades K - 8)

How to Reach and Teach All Learners: This timely, practical guide presents a menu of strategies for any teacher faced with a spectrum of student needs and styles. Some are quick and easy (differentiating discussions, creating tiered assignments), while others are more comprehensive (matrix plans for designing curriculum units, “one-sentence lesson plans” that encompass content, process skills, and evidence of learning). Evaluation, behavior and task management are also examined. The author...

This CD-ROM includes all of the reproducible forms from the original book, as well further examples of curriculum maps, workcards, and matrix plans. Teachers can print out what they need, when they need it, and even customize forms for their own classrooms and students. An essential time-saving tool. Macintosh and Windows compatible, Grades 3 - 12.

Teach to how your students learn, not to your textbook. This easy-to-use resource provides over 80 step-by-step strategies for you to use with your textbooks to help build comprehension while also keeping students' interest high. One strategy per page with helpful graphics. Extensive reproducible section. (Grades 3 - 12)

Finding the Rhythm for Teaching a Differentiated Classroom: For educators looking to improve their teaching in a differentiated classroom, this book offers practical advice and research-based models, strategies, and teaching tips for improving all aspects of instruction. Also includes information on classroom management, parental involvement, multiple intelligences, cooperative learning, and much more. (Grades 3 - 12)

Elementary Editon (Includes 3 DVDs, Implementation Guide, & CD Soundtrack) The changing demographics within schools due to the influx of numerous immigrant students stipulate the need for all teachers to develop the skills essential to meet the academic needs of English Language Learners. Based in part on The ESL Building Blocks Model, shaped by Jo Gusman and designed to raise levels of achievement among English Language Learning students, this program provides educators opportunities to: ...

Secondary Editon (Includes 3 DVDs, Implementation Guide, & CD Soundtrack) The changing demographics within schools due to the influx of numerous immigrant students stipulate the need for all teachers to develop the skills essential to meet the academic needs of English Language Learners. Based in part on The ESL Building Blocks Model, shaped by Jo Gusman and designed to raise levels of achievement among English Language Learning students, this program provides educators opportunities to: ...

Concrete, practical strategies to help students improve their test scores for teachers of all grade levels and subject areas are presented in this comprehensive resource. Addressing key issues of concern for teachers, students, and administrators, this book focuses on the best way to cover material that students will be tested on without compromising daily instruction. Using a framework of multiple intelligences, these tips help teachers improve students' critical thinking and test-taking ski...

Learn how to unlock the door to literacy by teaching to the individual and unique strengths of their students. New directions for teaching reading An overview of the brain’s structure and how individual differences influence the reading process An examination of the theory of multiple intelligences and how its application can significantly increase the effectiveness of traditional reading and writing instructional methods Case studies, practical diagrams, maps and charts illustrating...

SmartCards are precisely that—a very smart card and extremely useful classroom tool. This quick reference guide provides concise background knowledge about its topic (Cooperative Learning, Multiple Intelligences, Mind Mapping, Graphic Organizers), including tips, key concepts, classroom ideas and loads of activities on each colorful, laminated guide. These SmartCards support classroom curriculum and are excellent guides for teaching organizational tools in the differentiated classroom. An absol...

High stakes testing demanded by No Child Left Behind produces high anxiety that, in turn, lowers performance. Teachers, parents, and kids must do more to minimize its negative effects and increase test results. This essential book offers constructive and powerful strategies that specifically target the physical, emotional, and cognitive symptoms of anxiety. Use this book to increase understanding, enhance recall, regulate emotions, and improve test performance through the reduction of test ...

If you have students who experience test anxiety, fear of failure, poor memory skills and a lack of test-taking strategies, these effective, intriguing strategies will help all learners to store, retain, and retrieve information. This book provides practical applications including brain-compatible strategies, classroom activities and real-life examples to help you remove the obstacles that hinder learning. Use the ideas, tools, and tips to empower students to raise the curtain on learning and to...

Worksheets Don't Grow Dendrites: 20 Instructional Strategies that Engage the Brain Worksheets Don’t Grow Dendrites targets teachers as "growers of brain cells" and encourages them to make practical application of the findings of learning style theorists and neuroscientists. Tactile learners, spatial thinkers, and logical minds alike will become eager students as the strategies in this handbook are implemented. Marcia Tate demonstrates 20 strategies including: Using humor and telling storie...