Teaching Is for Superheroes!: Insight and Inspiration for Your Classroom (Tights and Cape Optional)

ISBN-13: 9781394153732 / Angielski / Miękka / 2023

Daniel Bergman

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Foreword xiiiAcknowledgments xvAbout the Author xviiIntroduction 1Teachers Are Superheroes 2Questions for Reflection and Discussion 3References 401 Origin Stories 5Tales of Passion! 5My Tragic Backstory 6Happier Thoughts 7Catchy Catchphrases and Super Slogans 8Finding Purpose 11Born or Made? 14Year One 15To Be Continued! 17Further Reading 17Further Viewing 17Questions for Reflection and Discussion 17References 1802 Secret Identities 21Q&A FYI (No TMI) 22The Best at What I Do Forget 23What's in a Name? 25That's Mister Fantastic to You 26They Know Where You Live! 28Dial H for Hero Help 28I Am Teacher Man! 31Hero vs. Civilian 32Buffers for Blurred Boundaries 33To Be Continued! 34Further Reading 34Further Viewing 34Questions for Reflection and Discussion 35References 3503 Costumes and Colors 39Fashion Tip #1: Functionality 40Fashion Tip #2: Simplicity 40Wardrobe Malfunctions 41Complementary Colors-- Primary Heroes, Secondary Villains 42Colors in the Classroom 44What (Not) to Wear? 46Quick Changes or Gradual Transformations 48Timeless or Trendy 49Dress Codes for Students and Teachers 50To Be Continued! 53Further Reading 53Further Viewing 53Questions for Reflection and Discussion 53References 5404 Living and Learning in Your Universe 59Keeping It Real 60Classrooms of SIN! 62Natural Light and Life 63Musical Chairs (and Desks) 64Declarative Decorations 66You Are the Real Clock King 66Where Is Your Hideout? 67Putting a Personal Touch on Personal Space 69Be True to Your School(s) 70Meanwhile, at the Hall of Justice 71A Secret Sanctum Sanctorum 72To Be Continued! 74Further Reading 74Further Viewing 74Questions for Reflection and Discussion 75References 7605 Strengths and Superpowers 79Man Without Fear and With- It Teachers 79Fantastic Teaching Powers 81Mr. Fantastic (Reed Richards) 81Human Torch (Johnny Storm) 82Invisible Woman (Susan Storm- Richards) 83The Thing (Ben Grimm) 85Earthbound (and Effective) Teacher Powers 86Content Knowledge (CK) 87Pedagogical Knowledge (PK) 87Pedagogical Content Knowledge (PCK) 88Research- Aligned Framework for Teaching (RAFT) 90Weird Superpowers 92To Be Continued! 93Further Reading 93Further Viewing 94Questions for Reflection and Discussion 94References 9506 Gadgets and Gizmos 101What's in Your Utility Belt? 101Meaningful Materials 102Technology: Vision or Ultron? 105Magic Bullets, Quick Fixes, Power Rings, and Ultimate Nullifiers 106The Ultimate Educational Tool 106Questioning 107Responding 108Conveying Nonverbal Behaviors 109Listening and Noticing 110Waiting and Thinking 110Utility and Synergy 111Sharpen the Saw (and Your Skills) 112To Be Continued! 113Further Reading 113Further Viewing 113Questions for Reflection and Discussion 114References 11407 Vulnerabilities 119What Color Is Your Kryptonite? 119Green Kryptonite: Weakness 119How to Answer the Interview Question "What Is Your Greatest Weakness?" 124Red Kryptonite: Unpredictability 125Gold Kryptonite: Permanent Powerlessness 126White Kryptonite: Kills All Plant Life 127Feet of Clay 128Kindness Is Not a Weakness 129To Be Continued! 130Further Reading 130Further Viewing 130Questions for Reflection and Discussion 130References 13108 Archenemies 133Not the Enemy #1: Students 134Not the Enemy #2: Parents 136Absent Parents 138Helicopter Parents 139Not the Enemy #3: Other Teachers 140Not the Enemy #4: Administration 142So, Who Is the Enemy? 143Check Yourself! 145Avoid Villainous Traps (and Labels) 146To Be Continued! 147Further Reading 147Further Viewing 147Questions for Reflection and Discussion 148References 14909 Teammates 153Iron Sharpens Iron (Man) 154Isolation to Collaboration 155Get to Know Your Teammates (and Yourself) 157The Leader 157The Brain 158The Brawn 158The Techie 159The Sneaker 159The Speedster 160The Jokester 161The Rebel 161The Loner 162Complex Characters 163Get Together (and Get Along) 165Teamwork Tactic #1: Lesson Study 166Teamwork Tactic #2: Curriculum Integration 167Educators Assemble! 168To Be Continued! 170Further Reading 170Further Viewing 170Questions for Reflection and Discussion 171References 17210 Sidekicks and Mentors 177A Dynamic Duo 178Sidekick Role #1: Point of Identification (and Accountability) 179Sidekick Role #2: Source of Humor and Emotional Expression 180Sidekick Role #3: Loyal Partner and Family Member 182Teaching (and Learning) with a Sidekick 183Early and Engaged 184Introductions and Orientations 185Classroom Cooperation 188A Delicate Dynamic 191Find Your Batman 193Sidekick Paragons 195To Be Continued! 196Further Reading 196Further Viewing 196Questions for Reflection and Discussion 196References 19811 Legacy Heroes 201Touching the Future 202Honoring Your Heroes 203Influential Teachers and the "Super Seven" 205Leaving a Legacy 206To Be Continued! 207Further Reading 207Further Viewing 207Questions for Reflection and Discussion 208References 208Index 209

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DANIEL J. BERGMAN, PhD, is a Professor and Program Chair of Science Education at Wichita State University in Wichita, Kansas. Like Superman, he considers the Sunflower State his adoptive home. Unlike Superman, Dr. Bergman cannot leap tall buildings in a single bound.Dr. Bergman previously taught middle and high school science in Nebraska and Iowa, and currently works with students and teachers from kindergarten to graduate school and every grade in between. As a fan of science, teaching, and superheroes, he is the ultimate SuperNerd. He writes about these passions at www.teachlikeasuperhero.blog and elsewhere.