What Great Teachers Do Differently: 17 Things That Matter Most 2nd Edition 2nd Edition

I purchased the Kindle version - which has worked out great. Whitaker presents what he has observed to be the best examples of successful teachers. Many of the chapters focus on what is generally common sense, but as Whitaker explains are either overlooked or not practiced by less effective teachers. I think this common sense approach may be what another reviewer is referring to when they felt there was a tone of condescension. For example, he argues that while many teachers give lip service to running a student-based, their teaching styles are decidedly not student-based. He also argues for teachers to be more proactive, positive, and self-accountability. This book is short, clear and to the point, and very easy to read.

I've been teaching for six years and was starting to wonder what I could do better. This book is very beneficial. The chapters are short and easy to read. He does a great job of staying on topic. He tells you both the good and the bad that he has done in his career. I have recommended it to seasoned teachers and bought it for a new graduate.

A quick read with lots of great insight. I wish there were more examples. It would help us new to the teaching field.

A great read for summer break. Applies to all levels and ages... made me truly reflect on my own practice and the perfect jumpstart to get my summer work going. Good use of stories as examples. Uplifting and useful. I will be printing out the summary and putting it in my cubby, where I can look at it each day.

This book is written by someone who genuinely cares about the well-being of children. Todd Whitaker helps pave the way in understanding what great teachers do. It has helps me realize areas that I need to work on. As well as makes me realize that I am a great teacher. I became a teacher to help teach children how to be better people for themselves, not for a paycheck or my own reward. This book reaffirms why I chose to be a teacher!

Love love, love this book. This was part of a Professional Development course I took this summer and it was fantastic. I actually do many of the things the author suggests, but I did learn a great deal about myself and what it takes to be a "great teacher." It is very well written and easy to read. I finished the book in a matter of days (despite having a month to complete it). I highly recommend it to anyone who is looking to reinvent themselves and teach how we are intended to do so. Focusing on what REALLY matters.

Exactly what I needed for a class. Cheaper than the campus bookstore price. Arrived just a tad slowly, but I didn't have student prime then.It was a short and easy read, had some good anecdotal material, I learned some things I really liked from it, and it's something I'll be happy to keep on my shelf for years to come.

For a reminder of simple rules, the book is fine. But if you have any experience, it doesn’t teach or explain anything new or mind-blowing.