Supportive Learning Environment The

<p>This entry in the James H. Stronge Research-to-Practice Series focuses on the characteristics of teachers who create supportive learning environments for their students. By conveying a sense of immediacy credibility and caring they communicate to students in both verbal and nonverbal ways that are essential to cultivating a positive and productive learning community. </p><p>In this book Stronge Grant and Hindman provide a comprehensive overview of the qualities of a supportive teacher. They offer a bridge between research-based theories and practical classroom applications with templates planning forms and other reproducibles. The authors help teachers move toward establishing a learning environment that contributes to effective instructional practices. Topics include: engaging students and their families effective communication student ownership of the learning environment and much more.</p><p>IN THIS BOOK... </p><ul> <li>What dispositions support teaching and student learning? </li> <li>What knowledge do teachers need to support teaching and learning? </li> <li>What teacher skills are necessary for a positive learning environment? </li> <li> Reproducible resources </li> <li>Annotated bibliography</li> </ul>