TeamWork: Setting the Standard for Collaborative Teaching, Grades 5-9

by Monique D. Wild

In 2006 three middle school teachers from Louisiana became the first team to win the national 'Teacher of the Year' prize at the annual Disney Teacher Awards. Now, through their new book, Monique Wild, Amanda Mayeaux, and Kathryn Edmonds are ready to share their successful approach with others.

Setting the Standard for Collaborative Teaching, Grades 59 is full of captivating stories and insightful conversations. 'The teamers' provide an honest and richly detailed explanation of collaborative teaching in action. They deliver the straight scoop on teaming, offering insights on these and other key to shape a shared purpose for learning by mining the talents of students and colleagues;how to build strong partnerships with parents, principals, and other key people who influence the lives of young adolescents; how to deepen curriculum integration by 'cutting the fluff.' This insider's guide to teaming reveals the conversations, the conflicts, and the collegial sharing that enables teachers to collaborate so that every member of the team can meet the highest standards of professional practice. For new teachers and seasoned veterans alike, TeamWork provides a powerful foundation for achievement.

192 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 13, 2008

Reviews

[Carmen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Practical advice from three dynamic and creative minds. Reading this book inspires me to be a better reflector and to keep on believing in my mission and my students. Lots of fantastic ideas to be had here, from complex units to simple shifts in instruction. One super easy idea I will begin on Monday is to post on the board book titles I am reading as a quick way to remind the kids that I am a lifelong learner. Well done, ladies!

[Jeanne Trawick · Rating 5 out of 5]

Easy to read. Affirming. Informational in areas such as dealing with conflict, parent communication, student motivation and most of all, working together for the best of your students. Winners of the Disney teacher award in 2008, I think. Excellent professional development for any grade level teacher -- and applications in other professions and LIFE in general.

[Jen Munnerlyn]

This book was reviewed on the Stenhouse blog. I'm interested in both for myself in managing the work/life balance as well as for the teachers I work with. I'm hoping the Grades 5-9 isn't going to be out of my reach as an elementary teacher.