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Excerpt from The Skillful Teacher (2008):

The first two chapters of this book explore the nature of professional knowledge in teaching, and present key aspects of this knowledge base in a graphical form. This is a book about how to make the knowledge base of teaching more accessible.

Saphier, J., Haley-Speca, M.A., & Gower, R. 2008.

The Skillful Teacher: Building Your Teaching Skills,

6th ed. Acton, MA: Research for Better Teaching, Inc.

What beliefs underlie successful teaching and learning?

The triangle is a framework of research-based pedagogical knowledge related to teaching based on a foundation of essential beliefs. The levels within the triangle refer to Management, Instructional Strategies, Motivation, and Curriculum Planning. Details of each section can be explored through the triangle icon.

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The Skillful Teacher (2008), Foundation of Essential Beliefs

Chapter 1: Introduction & Chapter 2: Teacher Beliefs