Doug Lemov

“The Coach’s Guide to Teaching” (2020)

The mark of a great coach is a constant desire to learn and grow. A hunger to use whatever can make them better. The best-selling author of Teach Like a Champion and Reading Reconsidered brings his considerable knowledge about the science of classroom teaching to the sports coaching world to create championship caliber coaches on the court and field. What great classroom teachers do is relevant to coaches in profound ways. After all, coaches are at their core teachers. Lemov knows that coaches face many of the same challenges found in the classroom, so the science of learning applies equally to them. Unfortunately, coaches and organizations have a mixed level of understanding of the research and study of the science of learning. Sometimes coaches and organizations build their teaching on myths and platitudes more than science. Sometime there isn’t any science applied at all. While there are thousands of books and websites a coach can consult to better understand technical and tactical aspects of the game, there is nothing for a coach to consult that explicitly examines the teaching problems on the field, the court, the rink, and the diamond. Until now. Intended to offer lessons and guidance that are applicable to coaches of any sporting endeavor including everyone from parent volunteers to professional coaches and private trainers, Lemov brings the powerful science of learning to the arena of sports coaching to create the next generation of championship caliber coaches.

“Teaching in the Online Classroom: Surviving and Thriving in the New Normal” (2020)

Teaching, Technology, And The ‘new Normal’ Responds To The Challenges Presented In Education As A Result Of The Coronavirus Pandemic And Guides Educators And Administrators Through Best Practices To Successfully Engage Students Through Online Teaching. Written By Doug Lemov And Uncommon Schools Expert Contributors, The Goal Of The Book Is To Provide Timely, Easy-to-implement Strategies For Thousands Of Educators Who Have Been Forced To Pivot To Online Teaching. The Book Features Approximately 100 Pages That Cover Topics Including Developing Classroom Cultures Online, How To Combat Online Distractions, Benefits And Limitations Of Synchronous And Asynchronous Learning, Verbal And Visual Norms And Procedures, And How To Utilize Online Platforms To Maximize Teaching Opportunities.

“Reading Reconsidered: A Practical Guide to Rigorous Literacy Instruction” (2016)

TEACH YOUR STUDENTS TO READ LIKE CHAMPIONS—WITH RIGOR, INDEPENDENCE, PRECISION, AND INSIGHTThe world we are preparing our students to succeed in is one bound together by words and phrases. Our students learn their literature, history, math, science, or art via a firm foundation of strong reading skills. When we teach students to read with precision, rigor, and insight, we are truly handing over the key to the kingdom. Of all the subjects we teach reading is first among equals.Grounded in advice from effective classrooms nationwide, enhanced with more than 40 video clips, Reading Reconsidered takes you into the trenches with actionable guidance from real-life educators and instructional champions. The authors address the anxiety-inducing world of Common Core State Standards, distilling from those standards four key ideas that help hone teaching practices both generally and in preparation for assessments. This 'Core of the Core' comprises the first half of the book and instructs educators on how to teach students to: read harder texts, 'closely read' texts rigorously and intentionally, read nonfiction more effectively, and write more effectively in direct response to texts.The second half of Reading Reconsidered reinforces these principles, coupling them with the 'fundamentals' of reading instruction—a host of techniques and subject specific tools to reconsider how teachers approach such essential topics as vocabulary, interactive reading, and student autonomy. Reading Reconsidered breaks an overly broad issue into clear, easy-to-implement approaches. Filled with practical tools, including:  44 video clips of exemplar teachers demonstrating the techniques and principles in their classrooms (note: for online access of this content, please visit my.teachlikeachampion.com)Recommended book listsDownloadable tips and templates on key topics like reading nonfiction, vocabulary instruction, and literary terms and definitions.Reading Reconsidered provides the framework necessary for teachers to ensure that students forge futures as lifelong readers.

“Teach Like a Champion 2.0: 62 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College” (2014)

One of the most influential teaching guides ever—updated!Teach Like a Champion 2.0 is a complete update to the international bestseller. This teaching guide is a must-have for new and experienced teachers alike. Over 700,000 teachers around the world already know how the techniques in this book turn educators into classroom champions. With ideas for everything from classroom management to inspiring student engagement, you will be able to perfect your teaching practice right away.The first edition of Teach Like a Champion influenced thousands of educators because author Doug Lemov's teaching strategies are simple and powerful. Now, updated techniques and tools make it even easier to put students on the path to college readiness. Here are just a few of the brand new resources available in the 2.0 edition:Over 70 new video clips of real teachers modeling the techniques in the classroom (note: for online access of this content, please visit my.teachlikeachampion.com)A selection of never before seen techniques inspired by top teachers around the worldBrand new structure emphasizing the most important techniques and step by step teaching guidelinesUpdated content reflecting the latest best practices from outstanding educatorsWith the sample lesson plans, videos, and teachlikeachampion.com online community, you will be teaching like a champion in no time. The classroom techniques you'll learn in this book can be adapted to suit any context. Find out why Teach Like a Champion is a "teaching Bible" for so many educators worldwide.

“Practice Perfect: 42 Rules for Getting Better at Getting Better” (2012)