From the Publisher
This text's comprehensive, common sense approach gives prospective teachers everything they need for success in the classroom--a sound knowledge of students and content material, understanding of interpersonal relationships, and the ability to plan and organize effective instruction. Especially exciting are new Activity Pages that provide prospective teachers with a format for personal reflections. Student Teaching and Field Experiences Handbook, Third Edition, contains all of the information student teachers need to feel confident and comfortable...while its supportive, informal tone encourages them to make the most of the student teaching experience.
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From the Back Cover
This handbook presents practical theory-based applications for a full range of teaching concerns-from preparing to teach to computer applications in the classroom. By effectively using vignettes, case studies, and activities, this book truly prepares student teachers for teaching children at elementary and secondary levels. Chapter topics cover the process of getting ready; human relations; teaching to diversity; classroom administration; discipline; instructional planning; language, thinking, and learning across the curriculum; instructional resources; and teaching strategies. For student teachers who need to prepare for classrooms of their own.