It begins with a connection. Like a spark when two wires touch, there comes that magical moment for a teacher and a student when an important connection is made. In The Teachable Moment, Rebecca Bell captures many wonderful instances when that magic occurs. Often it is with a student who for some reason was previously unreachable. Whether due to learning difficulties, social problems, or a host of other impediments, the inability of a student to understand a concept is a fundamental obstacle teachers work to overcome. The struggle to help students reach their full potential depends on a teacher's ability to recognize and take full advantage of these short windows of opportunity. Veteran educator Bell shares her insights into the art of the "teachable moment," helping her colleagues in the field to capitalize on any and every advantage as it presents itself.
