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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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Perspective | We need fuller pictures of teachers’ reasons for leaving the profession
This arrived in my feed at just the right time- thanks @DanielPink!
The headlines are relentless.
AI seems posed to outthink many of us.
So what do humans do?
Twenty years after writing A WHOLE NEW MIND about the rise of right-brainers, here’s my initial answer:
Double down on six human skills. 🧵👇
Success in an interview is a poor predictor of classroom success. Some good ideas here to improve our selection practices.
"Strategies like teaching demonstrations and portfolio reviews allow administrators to evaluate candidates where it counts – in the classroom."
Read on for tips to better identify teacher strengths during interviews, via @edutopia. https://www.edutopia.org/article/how-assess-teachers-hiring-process/
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Great article Sean! Thank you. I’ve always thought that school leaders who exude genuine curiosity about their teachers’ effective practices are shaping a rich culture. It’s quite affirming when someone is curious about your work.
"Curiosity is not an add-on. Curiosity is not a kit. Curiosity is not a scripted program rolled out with fidelity checklists. Curiosity is a mindset embedded in culture."
Read on for ways you can build a culture of curiosity, via P Sean Gaillard:
https://seangaillard.com/2025/12/29/the-power-of-belonging-and-curiosity-in-schools/
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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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