
Douglas B. Fisher
"A strong start sets the stage for meaningful learning and powerful impacts. Teachers need to be mindful of the place their students are in the learning cycle. "
What genres and topics does Douglas B. Fisher write about?
He writes educational non-fiction for K-12 educators, focusing on literacy, visible learning, formative assessment, teaching strategies, classroom management, subject-specific instruction (math, science, social studies), and distance or hybrid learning.
What are some notable titles by Douglas B. Fisher I can look for?
Notable titles include Rigorous Reading; Checking for Understanding; Visible Learning for Literacy, Grades K-12; Text-Dependent Questions (Grades K-5 and Grades 6-12); Teaching Literacy in the Visible Learning Classroom; The Distance Learning Playbook; and Better Than Carrots or Sticks.
Does he write series, and how are his books organized?
Yes. Many of his books are part of the Visible Learning in the Classroom series and related Corwin series. Several titles are organized by subject and grade band (for example K-2, 3-5, 6-8, high school, or K-12 editions) to support grade-specific practice.
Where should I start if I'm new to his work?
Start with a foundational, goal-aligned title: for broad visible-learning principles try Visible Learning for Literacy, Grades K-12; for formative assessment start with Checking for Understanding; for close reading and complex texts choose Rigorous Reading or the Text-Dependent Questions books.
What professional roles and awards does Douglas B. Fisher hold?
He is Professor of Educational Leadership at San Diego State University and a teacher leader at Health Sciences High & Middle College. Honors include membership in the California Reading Hall of Fame, an International Reading Association Celebrate Literacy Award, the Farmer award from the National Council of Teachers of English, and a Christa McAuliffe award for excellence in teacher education. He serves on the International Reading Association board and has been on the Literacy Research Association board.


























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