Teachers are being treated more and more like Cassandra from Greek myth. Cassandra, as the story goes, could foresee the future correctly. Her curse was that no one believed her. I feel like a Cassandra. I have taught elementary school, grades 1-8, junior college and college courses. I have earned a PhD in educational psychology, and worked twenty years as a school psychologist. I wrote columns on education for twelve years. I believe I know the answers to the problems in education today o...

Being just a mother is the highest calling one can have. The problem is that no one believes thisnot the mother, not the workplace, and not the government.

Being just a mother is the highest calling one can have. The problem is that no one believes thisnot the mother, not the workplace, and not the government.

Do you have what it takes to succeed in your career?The secret of success is not what they taught you in school. What matters most is not IQ, not a business school degree, not even technical know-how or years of expertise. The single most important factor in job performance and advancement is emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence is actually a set of skills that anyone can acquire, and in this practical guide, Daniel Goleman identifies them, expla...

If there is one issue which unites teachers and parents these days, it is the desire to improve discipline in our schools. Everyone wants to see more respect and responsibility from students, less disruption in classrooms, and an end to bullying. For teachers to provide high-quality lessons and meet the needs of individual students, it is essential for students to behave appropriately and show respect for the rights and needs of others. With All Due Respect helps teachers develop their per...

Are you a K–8 principal ready to implement the PLC at Work™ process? Two experienced practitioners show you how to explore the critical components needed to lay the foundation of a PLC, including how to develop a structure that supports collaborative teams, how to focus on effective monitoring strategies, how to reflect on your communication effectiveness, and more.

Are you overwhelmed by unruly students, difficult parents, and never-ending classroom distractions? Are you tired of scavenging and pleading for basic school supplies? Do you wonder if anyone notices or cares how much effort you put into teaching every day? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this book is for you.When Teaching Gets Tough offers practical strategies you can use to make things better right away. Veteran educator Allen Mendler organizes the di...

Designed to help educators confidently lead difficult conversations, this insightful book offers interactive exercises, sample scripts, and a step-by-step approach to help realize positive outcomes.

In a fast-paced global economy emphasizing innovation and productivity, leaders need to bring as much wisdom as possible to bear on their daily decisions. They often find themselves pulled between making decisions quickly and making them well. The processes described in this guidebook, inquiry and reflection, can help you develop your capacity to make wise choices. You will begin to see a broad range of possible responses and wisely choose the ones that will work best.

Seven leadership practices that work. We explain the research behind why each practice works and offer suggestions on how you can use it to improve personal and professional success.Overview of Brain-Based PracticesStrengthen Your Willpower—Use precommitments and replenish your willpower before making key decisions.Monitor Your Thinking—Learn when to trust your gut feelings and when to slow down and involve others in decisions.Make Use of Mistakes—Reflect on...

"A leader′s job is not to have all of the right answers, but to ask the right questions. Not only does this book address self-inquiry for school leaders, it offers tools and learning support for leaders committed to improving and refining their inquiry-based leadership."—Betty Burks, Deputy SuperintendentSan Antonio ISD, TX"One does not immediately think of questioning as a leadership tool. Yet the compelling and engaging strategies thoughtfully described...

Electronic Media Can Endanger As Well As Empower Your KidsCyber bullying is rampant. Every day children are being humiliated, violated, and degraded through the use of electronic devices. Young people are frightened and don't know where to turn. Parents are frustrated and unsure how to help or how to protect their children. Although there are dozens of excellent books, videos, websites, and resources addressing cyber bullying, this book will give parents/guardians ...