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Advice for ebook initiative- The Best of Teachers at Risk
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I’ve been encouraged for sometime now to publish an ebook of the best of my Teachers at Risk blog. I’ve been writing Teachers at Risk for over 5 years now and have had wonderful feedback from teachers, parents and students. I’m especially delighted by the numerous mails I get from kids in grades 6,7, and 8. Who would have thought they would find my blog useful, but they tell me they do. I want to thank readers for taking the time to share their considerable insights, for asking questions, for challenging my assumptions and for the support they have given me during those difficult times we all encounter.
I’ve been recognized as somewhat of an authority on teaching academically at-risk kids. I’ve had a couple of articles from my blog published in a teachers preservice text. ASCD reviewed my blog as a blog worth reading. I’ve had boards of education ask me if they could use my articles in teacher workshops. I’ve facilitated workshops for teachers based on articles I’ve written. I’ve been interviewed on radio by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation in syndication and I’ve been quoted in newspaper articles based on articles from my blog.
I started to and continue to write Teachers at Risk because I want to share what I’ve learned about teaching academically at-risk high school students for over 25 years and to provide a form for discussion about current topics in education. I’m pleased to say a vibrant learning community has developed around the articles and discussions in Teachers at Risk. In the past year, Teachers at Risk has had almost 200 000 visitors from over 100 countries. Who would have thought a blog about teaching academically at-risk kids would generate that much interest. It’s so exciting.
I’d like to ask a favour of readers as I compile articles for my ebook The Best of Teachers at Risk. I’d appreciate your feedback to help me craft the most useful ebook I can from the almost 500 articles I’ve written. I’d like to know what topics and resources you’d be interested in seeing in the Best of Teachers at Risk. I’m really excited about doing this. I think I’m even going to get an artist to create a snazzy cover for The Best of Teachers at Risk.
Oh yes, I’d also like to know how much to charge for the ebook. I have no idea. I’m an educator and not a business person. How much would you be willing to pay for The Best of Teachers at Risk- $5, $10, $?. Would you like the option of getting The Best of Teachers at Risk in regular book form as well? All is possible.
I value your input. Thank you so much.
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Elona-
What a wonderful idea! I am excited about your new project and I would happily pay $10 for your e-book! Off the top of my head, I especially enjoy when you have shared what you have found to be especially effective in your classroom academically AND behaviorally, which I believe is the more difficult of the two areas to address. It is also what wears us all down so much. The other idea is for a section on teacher stress and burn-out – we all need some support and encouragement to keep fighting the good fight. Those I my thoughts- hope you find them helpful. Continued good thoughts-
Pam
Good morning and Happy New Year! It seems that the New Year has picked up for you with a very interesting resolution. I agree with your new venture and I also agree with Pam on the 10 dollars. It seems to be cheap enough to afford but not so that you don’t meet your expenses. As far as the price is concerned that’s what you need to consider. As for the subjects, I believe everything you’ve written about and as much practical advice as you can provide. What I mean to say is, it’s quite helpful when a teacher can get a hand on solution to a problem. For example, here in Greece we’ve got quite a bit of a problem with dyslexia. It’s a problem because we (teachers) don’t get appropriate training on how to conduct our lesson so that it suits all the learners. So some of us individuals (unfortunately, it’s not a rule for all) seek out websites, seminars, books and other educators to help us collect strategies. Again I agree with Pam on the good thoughts. Keep up the good work and feelings of solidarity, no matter how far we are; we are here cheering each other on. Dreaming and acting for a better world.
Pam,
Thank you for your advice and continued support. It’s just what I need. I’m really looking forward to completing my ebook. The ebook is a wonderful way to reflect positively on my teaching career that I’ve found so rewarding.
Litsa,
Thank you too for your support and advice. I appreciate it. Yes, we can dream and act together for a better world, especially for our young people. The power of the internet to bring us together is amazing. We can support one another despite the geographic distance that separates us.
Hi, Elona,
First of all, how are you feeling?
Secondly, bravo on your prospective e-book!
Thirdly, anything on classroom management would be a nice inclusion in your e-book.
Be well, and Happy New Year!
$9.99 seems to be the standard cost for ebooks (though of course I think your content is worth a lot more…it’s just that’s what I imagine others might pay for it). Behavior modification is the topic the teachers I know would appreciate.
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