Learning to Teach

"Learning to Teach" covers the many facets of teaching by offering a descriptive slice of this career, both in and out of the classroom. This text is intended for courses that are exploring teaching as a career, or as part of introductory coursework in a teacher preparation program. Six easy-to-read sections introduce concepts including: Teaching as a Multifaceted Career; Teacher as a Scientist and Scholar; Teacher as Craftsman; Teacher as Politician; Teacher as Advocate; and Teacher as Artist. Each section is designed to promote discussion, and encourage self-exploration by actively engaging the reader. Features include: Helpful tools such as definition boxes, charts and figures, and "think about it" questions to facilitate dialogue and interaction; coverage of "hot-button" issues such as accountability, standardized testing, and school funding; and exploration of the history and society on teaching and how it influences the classroom today.