The Power of Our Words for Middle School: Teacher Language That Helps Students Learn

by Responsive Classroom

Through your use of words and tone, you can more fully engage students in their learning and support their positive development as young adults. You'll gain practical information about the key types of positive teacher language, including: envisioning language; reinforcing language; reminding language; redirecting language; open-ended questions.

Book features: guidelines for using each type of language; practical tips to strengthen your use of language; numerous examples to use as models; charts to help you track your progress.

Genres: Education

76 pages, Spiral-bound

Published April 1, 2016

About the author

Responsive Classroom is a research-based approach to K-8 teaching that focuses on the strong link between academic success and social-emotional learning (SEL). We believe that a high-quality education for every child is built on the foundation of a safe and joyful learning community. We provide professional development for elementary and middle schools worldwide.

We have published over 40 books since 1990, including "The First Six Weeks of School," "The Power of Our Words," and "The Morning Meeting Book."

Reviews

[Andrea · Rating 3 out of 5]

A quick read. A good refresher on effective academic language to use with middle school students. Lots of examples and practical advice and solutions to common problems. Would be a good resource to share with colleagues.

[Barbi · Rating 4 out of 5]

A must-read for educators. It’s a quick and easy read that provides you with concrete ways to improve your interactions with students. I only wish I read this while I was still in the classroom.