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On teaching :
1 On becoming a teacher; 2 On finding your place in school; 3 On teacher myths and stereotypes; 4 On keeping fit and healthy; 5 On establishing a healthy work/life balance; 6 On creating a welcoming classroom; 7 On lesson design; 8 On program writing; 9 On connecting with students; 10 On student engagement; 11 On managing emotions; 12 On asking for help, saying ‘no’ and maintaining autonomy; 13 On assessment; 14 On marking; 15 On reporting; 16 On parent-teacher evenings; 17 On attending meetings and professional learning; 18 On social media; 19 On farewelling a beloved class; 20 On school holidays; 21 On burn out, thoughts about quitting, and celebrating small wins. "How do you create a welcoming classroom? When do you really become a teacher? Which snacks are best for parent teacher evenings? Can you engage all students in learning? How do you farewell a beloved class? Is it possible to avoid teacher burnout? 'On teaching' is a survival guide-on-the-side for new graduates and returning teachers. Drawing on Bianca Hewes’ experience in Sydney high schools, and incorporating the voices of students and other teachers, this is an engaging, insightful, and generous mentor-meets-manifesto. Join Bianca as she explains why being a teacher in not always a dream but also shares the many ways it has given her genuine joy, pride and purpose." - Back cover. "How do you create a welcoming classroom? When do you really become a teacher? Which snacks are best for parent teacher evenings? Can you engage all students in learning? How do you farewell a beloved class? Is it possible to avoid teacher burnout? 'On teaching' is a survival guide-on-the-side for new graduates and returning teachers. Drawing on Bianca Hewes’ experience in Sydney high schools, and incorporating the voices of students and other teachers, this is an engaging, insightful, and generous mentor-meets-manifesto. Join Bianca as she explains why being a teacher in not always a dream but also shares the many ways it has given her genuine joy, pride and purpose." - Back cover.