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Case Studies for Teacher Problem Solving

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An excellent way to look at classrooms and put yourself in the position of a teacher with a problem. It really made me think, and allowed me to take more than one perspective on problems that on the surface seemed clear-cut. The cases are complex and detailed, yet not too long. A must read for teachers.

I don't know who "A Customer" is but he/she gave it 5 stars and called it "gripping", which I beg to differ with. I have to agree with "saxs" who at least has the courage to use his/her moniker to go along with the review, thus lending it some validity. This book does not offer problem solving techniques, just case studies with which the teacher or student teacher has to come up with the solutions and techniques to be used to ameliorate the situations in each case. If you're looking for help or guidance, this is not the book for you. This book should come in two parts, one with the case studies and the second part for suggestions from experienced teachers on how to solve the problems brought up in each case study.

This book was the biggest waste of my cash. Buying this book or stuffing a hand full of dollars down the toilet would be the same. The book didn't contain one SINGLE tactic to deal with ANY of the issues. Not one word. If you know nothing about handling a class, you'll know nothing after reading this book!! To this day, I wonder, why didn't the author have a follow-up paragraph from each teacher, explaining techniques they utilized. Let me guess, not even the author has the answers to the questions we seek. WASTE OF CASH!