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Annotated Bibliography
Kayla Hillmann
Liberty University
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Christianson, S.L & Reschley, A.L & Wylie, C. (2012) Handbook of Research on Student
Engagement.
This book clearly defines the definition of a student who is engaged. The authors believe
that students who are engaged do more than simply just have outstanding academics. Generally,
they put forth more effort, have more motivation, and self discipline themselves until they reach
their end goal. Throughout this book they not only define engagement for students, but they also
include multiple theories on motivation, self-efficacy, and engagement. Posing questions like,
“Can one perform academically well but not be engaged?” Each chapter is broken down into
sections that explains these theories further in depth. The section titled, “Self-efficacy in students
who are engaged”, explains the correlation between the two. It covers family environments and
how that factors into engagement, as well as teacher and student relationships. Another section
labels whether or not it is possible to re engage a student who has fallen away from the path and
goals they had set for themselves.
Hindman, J, & Grant, L, & Stronge, J. (2013) Supportive Learning Environment. The Effective
Teaching Practices.
There are 3.9 million teachers within the United States. Each has their own set of skills
and a wide spectrum of knowledge. Throughout this book it discusses the wide variety of
teachers who are behind these effective, creative learning environments. The beginning of this
book thoroughly explains the definition of teaching effectiveness as well. The authors
collectively came together and analyzed the impact teachers have on their students achievements.
Throughout a specific chapter the authors go through why caring is one of the most important
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aspects of a supportive learning environment. Similar to understanding the impact teachers have
on students achievements, it further studies the impacts of teachers who care about their students
to the students successes and achievements. In order to have a supportive environment
communication is a must. Along with the other studies, there was a study accomplished about the
impact of teachers who communicate and their students achievements.
Israel, S. E. (2009) Breakthroughs in Literacy. Teacher Success Stories and Strategies, Grades
K-8.
Throughout this book the author shares many stories on effective teaching strategies.
Various types of teachers share their experiences on students who struggle with different issues.
Results of children struggling with traumatic brain injuries to special education. These stories
show the effective strategies which gain students trust; and preemptively move them to the next
stages of learning. It shares the conflicts, the frustration, the joy, and the positives of teaching
exceptional students. The book provides the reason why as teachers, we spend massive amounts
of time preparing and waiting with patience for a student to be successful. Teachers explain their
triumphs after waiting and keeping out of their minds that a child can not actually accomplish
something. They shared their lesson plans and ideas on how to be an effective teacher. These
lesson plans include all types of creative ideas in order to reach students who may need extra
help within the classroom.
Mcnary, S.J & Glasgow, N. A & Hicks, C.D. (2005) What Successful Teachers Do in Inclusive
Classrooms: 60 Research-Based Teaching Strategies That Help Special Learners Succeed.
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This book outlines various ways to have successful inclusion for children with special
needs, within the classroom. The first chapter includes having frequent reflections with children
who have special needs. By going through reflections it helps the student to obtain more of the
information being taught to them. It also helps these particular students, gain the confidence that
they need to be successful in a fast paced environment. Another teaching strategy is teaching the
general education students the instructions before putting them into groups for things like
projects. Having stronger students and training them first, will allow them to help along students
who may have a bit more difficulty with the assignment. Another theory is teaching the general
education students social acceptance of students who have special needs. By teaching students to
socially accept those who may be different from them, the classroom will run smoothly. The last
important bit of this book is about incorporating assistive technology into your classroom for
students who may struggle a bit more. As a teacher, it is imperative that students who have
special techniques to learn, are not denied those rights.
Park H, L. & Lynch S, A. (2013) Young Exceptional Children. Evidence-based Practices for
Addressing Classroom Behavior Problems.
This research article speculates that earlier behavioral problems eventually become a
regular thing within a classroom setting. This article outlines whether or not the child who may
be acting out has the specific language skills to understand what is being asked of them.
Establishing daily routines seems to be an effective way to reach out to children who may be
experiencing behavioral disorders. Teaching children to follow orders and tasks can be a difficult
process in itself. The article outlines effective strategies and ways you can create these tasks in a
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more reasonable way for their stage of language development. One of the most detrimental jobs
when it comes to being a teacher is learning and understanding the patterns of each child’s
behaviors. Using cues, prompts, and a basic reward system helps students further follow tasks
and work better with the teacher providing this environment. It is important to have positive
reinforcement within the classroom when handling children who have behavior issues.
Rose M, L. (2015) The Character Conundrum. How to Develop Confidence, Independence, and
Resilience in the Classroom,
15-28.
This book takes on a conversation that many people find controversial. It discusses the
role that schools and teachers can have in character development. The author believes that the
most important aspect of developing students characters is to understand the culture. Included in
this book there are multiple different case studies sharing the building of character within the
classroom. With the controversy many people wonder whether or not they will be taking away
from academic teachings if they try and work on character development. The author speculates
that as a teacher you have full reign on how you introduce lessons and themes within your
classroom. Rose explains that you need to know where you intend to go with character building,
the environment you are going to choose to create, as well as new habits you will create for them
as well. Routine is absolutely everything when it comes to finding time to work on resilience and
confidence.
