Being taught by a great teacher is one of the great privileges of
life. Teach Now! is an exciting new series that opens up the secrets
of great teachers and, step-by-step, helps trainees to build the skills
and confidence they need to become first-rate classroom practitioners.
Written by a highly-skilled practitioner, this practical,
classroom-focused guide contains all the support you need to become a
great English teacher. Combining a grounded, modern rationale for
learning and teaching with highly practical training approaches, the
book guides you through all the different aspects of English teaching
offering clear, straightforward advice on classroom practice, lesson
planning and working in schools.
Celebrating the values of English teaching, Alex Quigley sets out a
'steps to success' model that will help you to go from novice to expert
teacher. The English curriculum, planning, assessment, behaviour
management, literacy and differentiation are all discussed in detail
alongside carefully chosen examples to demonstrate good practice. There
are also chapters on dealing with pressure, excelling in observations,
finding the right job and succeeding at interview. Throughout the book,
there is a great selection of ready-to-use activities and techniques,
including effective reading and writing strategies, pedagogies for
teaching poetry and Shakespeare, and how to harness the power of debate,
dialogue and drama, all of which will help you overcome any challenges
and put you on the fast track to success in the classroom.
Covering everything you need to know, this book is your essential guide
as you start your exciting and rewarding career as an outstanding
English teacher.
