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The Artisan Teacher: A Field Guide to Skillful Teaching

The Artisan Teacher provides an in-depth examination of 23 themes of teacher artisanship. It is intended for K – 12 teachers and those responsible for developing and supporting teachers. 

$19.50

ISBN 978-0-9914724-0-6; 179 pages, paperback

Author: Mike Rutherford, Ed.D.; Publisher: Rutherford Learning Group, Inc., Weddington, NC; Copyright © 2013, All rights reserved.

Cover and interior book design by Larry W. Van Hoose; Illustrations by Laurette Clark Wolfe

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rlgmike Mike Rutherford @rlgmike ·
4 Nov

Robert Greenleaf’s original concept of servant leadership has never been more needed and valuable. @greenleafcenter is a great resource and a worthy follow!

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rlgmike Mike Rutherford @rlgmike ·
27 Oct

End of October is a good time to refresh and upgrade classroom management routines. Solid ideas here- thanks @edutopia!

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rlgmike Mike Rutherford @rlgmike ·
26 Oct

Thanks Dr. Whitaker- great info that focuses on how our research base is slowly shifting to include some powerful new approaches.

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rlgmike Mike Rutherford @rlgmike ·
23 Oct

Fun to work this afternoon with Fayette County, GA district office leaders on influence and persuasion skills. This district prioritizes leadership development. I’m happy to occasionally be on the team!

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rlgmike Mike Rutherford @rlgmike ·
23 Oct

Enjoyed working today with student leaders (10th graders) from Fayette County Schools, GA on the importance of self knowledge for leadership success. Great group of students and a great program- congrats to all!

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rlgmike Mike Rutherford @rlgmike ·
21 Oct

Thanks Dr. Harrison for the shout out! Cumberland County Schools (Fayetteville, NC) was a great place to start a career… so much support and great leadership, including yours! I appreciate the impact you’ve had at each stage of your career. Keep up the great work indeed!

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rlgmike Mike Rutherford @rlgmike ·
21 Oct

Thanks @Stephen_L_Ball for the kind words. You didn’t require much shaping, but I’m proud to have been on your team a few times!

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Schools are closed and teachers are quickly adapting to online teaching and learning.  Whether in face to face classroom settings or in online settings, skillful teaching remains the “prime mover” of student success.  Check here for the latest in a new series of Artisan Teacher Notes:  Artisan Teacher Tips for Online Learning.  Together, we’ll take a look at which of the 23 Artisan Teacher Themes hold particular promise for enhancing online learning.  

 

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