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Review of The Art OF Education

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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Art OF Education" by Lola Kay.]
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5 out of 5 stars
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Teaching is not an easy task. Teachers meet students from different backgrounds with different needs and personalities. The teachers must adopt an effective teaching style to meet each student's academic needs and provide a wholesome learning experience. The Art of Education by Lola Kay offers incredible insights and tips for teachers to create a fulfilling educational experience in a positive, healthy, interactive environment. Thus creating a space that celebrates every student.
 
There are so many positive aspects to this book. It is a guidebook that offers incredible insights to educators and teachers to elevate their teaching experience and enable students to learn better. The author brings much attention to tiny details, which are usually overlooked when carrying on the business of teaching. The importance of classroom routines, behavior-specific praises, constructive feedback, and social interaction, which may come through a simple way of greeting, is nuanced throughout the book. For her, routines and relationship building are the core ingredients in changing classroom dynamics.
 
She delves into the fundamentals, showing readers how much of a difference and impact her strategies would have on every teacher's teaching experience. She includes differentiation strategies and case studies showing the practical application of her tips. The book is exceptionally well edited. I could not find any errors in the book. The tone of the book is well-suited to the subject matter. It is almost as if I were in a class for a lesson. The tone is engaging, fun, informal, and, at the same time, incredibly enlightening. She recognizes the need for teachers to take a break despite their devotion to their work.
 
There are no negative aspects to this book. I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars because it also goes beyond the confines of classroom experience to touch on real-life skills such as time management, critical thinking, and empathy. I recommend this book to teachers and educators looking to improve their teaching experience and students.

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All students learn differently. This would make it very difficult to meet thr needs of all students at all timed. I understand from this review, however, that the author is able to make suggestions that would enable a teacher to try heartily, if not successfully. Thanks!
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I really like this review as it is simple and clear. Being an educator myself, this sounds like a book that I should check out to get re-inspired. Thank you for your review.
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This book is a must-read for anyone passionate about transforming teaching into a fulfilling journey.
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After reading the review, it is clear that "The Art of Education" by Lola Kay is an exceptional resource for teachers. The book provides insightful tips and strategies for creating a positive and interactive learning environment, catering to the diverse needs of students. With a focus on classroom routines and relationship building, the author emphasizes the importance of small details in improving teaching experiences. The addition of practical case studies and differentiation strategies further enhances the book's value. Overall, this review rates the book 5 out of 5 stars, highlighting its relevance beyond the classroom setting. Based on this thorough review, "The Art of Education" appears to be a highly recommended read for educators looking to enhance their teaching practice. Absorbing narrative, lost myself in the story completely.
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The book is intriguing. Simple things can be overlooked but yield such a great outcome. In the case of routine and feedback, students' potential to grow is maximized and I really enjoyed reading how to learn rather than just teach other people. You can teach yourself too! Anyway cool review, I liked it and am stirred to finish reading the book.
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There is always a need for this type of book. It offers a less rigid and more holistic approach to the oh-so-important aspect of teaching. I liked the methods expounded. Thanks for the helpful review.
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"The Art of Education" by Lola Kay is a very useful tool for teachers who have such an important and sometime thankless job. I was inspired by your review! In the sample I love the following quote
"When we view challenges as opportunities, we become more responsive and more effective."
Teachers have such an impact on the lives of their students, let's make it a positive one.
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"The Art of Education" by Lola Kay is a very useful tool for teachers who have such an important and sometime thankless job. I was inspired by your review! In the sample I love the following quote
"When we view challenges as opportunities, we become more responsive and more effective."
Teachers have such an impact on the lives of their students, let's make it a positive one.
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Very informative review. Education and teaching is one of these things that can always use new strategies/approaches, and from reading this review and the free sample, it seems like this book is a really nice addition to that.
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Great review! As one with plenty of educators in their family, and even pursuing that field myself in different ways, I will always appreciate and encourage better support for teachers (in all their forms). The more strength we have in that, the more time and energy teachers will have to put into the tools and skills discussed in this book.
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Teaching is important, teachers can make a difference in their students' lives. The focus on relationship building is a positive element in this book.
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As the title says “The Art of education” by Lola Kay is an ideal book for every teacher who wants to improve their teaching skills and also improve their students and their students response to their teaching. Would definitely check it out as I love teaching too. Congratulations on making BOTD!
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Post by Oratile Fatima Hurndall »

Very fulfilling read with informative and strategic approach for every teacher whether well seasoned or not. The practical tips 👌 not only create an artistic craft, it allows one to surrender to the unanticipated possibilities of the work as it unfold.
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The Art of Education' by Lola Kay is a game-changer for teachers! This inspiring guidebook offers practical tips and strategies for creating a positive, interactive learning environment. A must-read for educators seeking to elevate their teaching experience. 5/5 stars.
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