The Active Teacher

Consulting Description See Ron's Presenter Profile Here! Ron Nash is the author of the Corwin bestseller The Active Classroom (2008), along with The Active Teacher (2009), and The Active Mentor (2010). Nash's professional career in education has included teaching social studies at the middle and high school levels. He also served as an instructional coordinator and organizational development specialist for the Virginia Beach City Public Schools for 13 years. In that capacity, Nash conducted workshops and seminars for thousands of teachers, administrators, substitute teachers, and teacher assistants. In 2007, he founded Ron Nash and Associates, Inc., a company dedicated to helping teachers shift students from passive observers to active participants. Download Ron Nash's product brochure "I was blown away at the conference and can't wait for the new school year to start so I can try all of the new ideas I received!" -Audra Bounds, Teacher Frederick County, VA "This was the best workshop I have EVER attended!" -Dawn Carter, Teacher Augusta County, VA "After teaching for 16 years, I was looking for inspiration and I found it. I'm excited to incorporate the innovative strategies Ron shared with me. The best part is the strategies are completely practical and doable." -Joanne Jimney, Teacher Chesapeake, VA "Your three-hour presentation was fabulous! When teachers give a standing ovation, this is the kind of program that will impact their daily teaching repertoire. Yours is an in-service that impacts how teachers engage students." -Patsy Slaughter, Elementary Principal Virginia Beach "This day reminded me why I became and love being a teacher." -Juli Weatherby, Teacher Chesapeake, VA "Attending Ron Nash's workshop changed my whole style of teaching. The tools I gained have rekindled my love for teaching and my students' love of learning." -Amber O'Malley, Second-Grade Teacher Austin, TX "As one of my colleagues stated about your professional development offering to us, "Now THAT'S what I'm talking about!" - Linda Emerick, High School English Teacher Wilmington, DE

Foreword by Fredric H. Jones, PhD Prologue Preface Acknowledgments About the Author Introduction 1. Positioning First Things First 2. Investing in Sustainable Relationships 3. Getting a Handle on Self-Control 4. Shifting Students From Passive to Active 5. Harnessing the Power of Feedback 6. Balancing Formative and Summative Assessment 7. Enlisting Investment Partners 8. Ramping Up Relevance Epilogue Appendix References Index

"Ron Nash brings the voice of reason and sanity to the field of education. With his clear, big-picture vision and his emphasis on routines, rules, and relationships, these practical and well-written ideas will help new teachers and veterans alike build connections with students and fellow staff members, keep their students engaged and involved in their own learning, and help them maintain their passion for teaching." -- Jane Bluestein, Educational Consultant "This book needs to be on every teacher's desk, from the first-year teacher to the seasoned professional. The purpose-to help teachers use their time and energy efficiently-is important in today's classrooms." -- Lauren Mittermann, Social Studies Teacher "As an administrator, I feel this book is very helpful for principals to read as well. It could be used as a guide to professional development ideas." -- Lori Musser, Principal "The author's 'lessons learned' approach engages the reader, reinforces successful teaching strategies, and renews an educator's motivation to make deposits in relationships that will yield a big return." -- Phyllis Milne, Associate Director of Curriculum and Student Achievement "Practical techniques to transform any classroom into a learner-centered and safe environment that increases student engagement, performance, and productivity." -- Rachel McMillan, Literacy Coach