The Scientific Principles of Teaching

Discover the pedagogies with the greatest impact on student achievement. Using meta-analyses of educational research, teachers can identify high-quality teaching methods, leverage evidence-based best practices across subjects, and grasp the core principles of the science of reading, math, and learning. This easy-to-read guide helps educators critically evaluate teaching methods and enhance their self-efficacy and agency.



This book will help K-12 educators: Gain necessary guidance for reading and understanding educational research Learn about research practices for critically evaluating teaching methods and strategies Learn about exceptional and unique education systems from around the world Understand concepts like cooperative learning, growth mindset, and constructivist teaching Use meta-analysis to examine the efficacy of specific pedagogies

Contents:

Introduction

Chapter 1: How to Understand the Types of Education Research

Chapter 2: How to Read and Interpret Education Research

Chapter 3: The Scientific Principles of Teaching

Chapter 4: Intelligence and IQ Tests

Chapter 5: Growth Mindset

Chapter 6: Feedback

Chapter 7: Active Learning Versus Passive Learning

Chapter 8: Special Education

Chapter 9: Cooperative Learning

Chapter 10: Developmentally Appropriate Practice

Chapter 11: Action Research Frameworks

Chapter 12: Multiple Intelligences Theory

Chapter 13: Constructivist Teaching Versus Traditional Teaching

Chapter 14: Differentiation

Chapter 15: Secondary Meta-Analysis of Popular Teaching Pedagogies

Chapter 16: The Best Education Systems in the World

Chapter 17: Unique Education Systems From Around the World

Epilogue: Putting It All Together

Appendix: Glossary of Terms

References and Resources

Index