Publisher's Synopsis
Provides a research-based, yet practical look at the meaning and direction behind new teachers' actions related to a number of central educational issues. Using clear concise, reader-friendly language, this resource explores key aspects of classroom teaching, including 21st century teaching and learning, strategies for learning about students and their families, educational stances, planning and assessment, inclusive and responsive instruction, instructional models and strategies, classroom management and discipline, and professional growth.
KEY TOPICS: The Nature of Teaching; Developing Your Stance Toward Education; Students and Families: Teambuilding; Providing Inclusive and Responsive Instruction; Planning for Instruction; Advice on Instruction: COME IN; Instructional Models and Strategies; Student Assessment; Managing the Learning Environment; Classroom Discipline: Encouraging Appropriate Behavior; Growing in Your Profession
MARKET: A quick but thorough core text for inservice teachers gaining certification at the same time they are beginning to teach