The Eleven Commandments of Good Teaching 3/e

Vickie Gill has taught high school English, reading, and journalism for 30 years in both California and Tennessee. Gill has won several teaching and community service honors and was a finalist for Tennessee State Teacher of the Year 2000. She is currently teach-ing part-time and works as a consultant for a school district in central California. She has a BA in English from San Jose State University and an MEd from Vanderbilt University.

Preface Acknowledgments About the Author 1. Thou Shalt Have a Calling to Teach 2. Thou Shalt Demonstrate and Project the Joy of Learning 3. Thou Shalt Keep Your Eyes on the Prize 4. Thou Shalt Be Organized and Accountable 5. Thou Shalt Ask and Ye May Receive 6. Thou Shalt Be Fair and Prepared 7. Thou Shalt Use Some Common Sense 8. Thou Shalt Be Open-Minded and Flexible 9. Thou Shalt Not Work in Fear 10. Thou Shalt Raise Your Expectations 11. Thou Shalt Keep Things in Perspective Epilogue References Suggested Reading Index

"With a voice that is wise and accessible and not without humor, Vickie Gill demystifies classroom management, offers tangible tips and advice, and helps reignite the joy and passion of teaching. Whether you are a new teacher just finding your way or an experienced one in need of a nudge, this little classic is required reading." -- Cynthia Carbone Ward, Retired Teacher "Vickie Gill has the uncanny ability to inspire and get the best out of just about any kind of student. She makes it about every individual kid, and the results are remarkable. Her insights should prove invaluable for any teacher wanting to improve his or her craft." -- Mark Terry, Parent of Former Student "This book is a personal testimony of teaching using passion, wisdom, and diligence, and of what a successful classroom looks like." -- Karen Hayes, Associate Professor "The author's use of personal experiences and how they impacted her teaching practice serve as a powerful model for readers' own reflection and commitment to change." -- Karen Tichy, Associate Superintendent for Instruction "A book about the fearless joy, the common sense, and the B.S. detector necessary for good teaching. Brava!" -- Michelle Broussard, Assistant Professor "This book is great for new teachers who are just starting out as well as veteran teachers who are determined to keep up with the ever-changing classroom. It is a winner for anyone who loves teaching and who cares about helping students reach beyond expectations." -- Gayla LeMay, Teacher "This book is full of good, commonsense basics that apply not just to teaching but to life. Too often these practices are forgotten with the stresses of day-to-day living. Vickie Gill has an easy-to-read style that makes this book as much of a page-turner as any popular novel." -- Alexis Ludewig, K-5 Resource Teacher