The Active Classroom

If the classroom experience is to result in deeper understanding and new knowledge, then students must become active participants in the learning process. This resource shows how to do just that. With new chapters on writing and the first two weeks of school, information on the CCSS and structuring the classroom environment, this book offers brain-based teaching strategies for:Establishing rapport and building relationships between students and teachers Engaging students' active participation in the learning process Creating interactive learning environments that include all learning modalities Improving your presentation and process facilitation skills