Test Success in the Brain-Compatible Classroom [Paperback]

Carolyn M. Chapman (Author), Rita S. King (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1569761175 | ISBN-13: 978-1569761175 | Publication Date: January 1, 2001

Formerly published by Zephyr Press

The authors illustrate how to help make test day a positive experience by translating theory into instruction that enhances students' understanding, retention, and retrieval of information.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"An excellent tool to help teachers address issues related to testing so that those factors do not hinder student success. With an easy format and clear, concise instructions, the book tells not only how but why." (Jolene Dockstader, Middle School English Teacher )

"The authors present strategies that teachers should use throughout the school year, so that students are truly able to 'show what they know' on mandated state tests." (Tanya Marcinkewicz, Teacher )

"Connects research to practice and gives examples and strategies for integrating techniques into the general curriculum. The book in itself is a resource, not an additional curriculum." (Tamika Barrett, PhD Candidate in Education )

"What makes this book stand out is the emphasis on a positive attitude toward test preparation and test taking. The strategies are easy to follow and very practical for educators. The authors are humorous and motivating, and as teachers read this book, they will have many 'me too' moments and will want to use the activities and suggestions presented." (Ganna Maymind, Teacher ) --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

About the Author

Rita King has more than 20 years of teacher training experience and administrative experience as principal and director of Middle Tennessee State University's teacher training program in the laboratory school. Most recently, she was an adjunct professor in the Department of Educational Leadership at the university. She now consults internationally in the areas of multiple intelligences, practical applications of brain-based research, differentiated learning, reading and writing strategies, mathematics instruction, creating effective learning environments, and strategies for test success. She is the coauthor of Differentiated Instructional Strategies for Reading in the Content Areas, Differentiated Instructional Strategies for Writing in the Content Areas, and Differentiated Assessment Strategies: One Tool Doesn't Fit All.

Carolyn Chapman is an international educational consultant, author, and teacher who has taught in kindergarten to college classrooms. Her interactive, hands-on professional development training sessions challenge educators to use strategies that ensure success for learners of all ages. Chapman has written many books about differentiated instruction, multiple intelligences, multiple assessments, and the brain-compatible classroom. She is coauthor with Gayle Gregory of the landmark Corwin Press book Differentiated Instructional Strategies: One Size Doesn't Fit All.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 5 and up
  
• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Corwin Press (January 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1569761175
• ISBN-13: 978-1569761175
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,833,344 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Carolyn Chapman is an international educational consultant, author, and teacher who has taught in kindergarten to college classrooms. Her interactive, hands-on professional development training sessions challenge educators to use strategies that ensure success for learners of all ages. Chapman has written many books about differentiated instruction, multiple intelligences, multiple assessments, and the brain-compatible classroom. She is coauthor with Gayle Gregory of the landmark Corwin book Differentiated Instructional Strategies: One Size Doesn't Fit All.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Test Success, June 5, 2001

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Linda Prichard (Murfreesboro, TN USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Test Success in the Brain-Compatible Classroom (Paperback)

Test Success In the Brain-Compatable Classroom gives basic, simple tips for helping students of all ages become better test takers. It is easy to read and use for teachers and parents. I love the way it gives motivational strategies to encourqage students. I have used this book in my job as an instructional specialist to train teachers in how to use strategies that improve student performance on standardized tests. It works! Teachers love the format and the practical tips that are easy to encorporate into any curriculum and time frame. I highly recommend it for parents, students, teachers, and administrators!

5.0 out of 5 stars Educators receive a range of ideas from how to foster an optimal testing environment to helping students be successful, February 13, 2009

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Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Test Success in the Brain-Compatible Classroom (Paperback)

Carolyn Chapman and Rita King's TEST SUCCESS IN THE BRAIN-COMPATIBLE CLASSROOM appears in its second updated edition to tell how to prepare students to do their best on tests. Educators receive a range of ideas from how to define and foster an optimal testing environment to helping students be successful on tests. A fine education library pick.