Foundations of Teaching, 1st Edition © 2024
Forrest W. Parkay
Foundations of Teaching introduces students to the pivotal role teachers play in forming individuals and shaping society. The text emphasizes the opportunities for teachers to impart knowledge, foster critical thinking, and nurture the next generation of citizens and leaders.
- Guide students to consider teaching as a career
- Address current issues in education and teaching
- Explore the most effective teaching strategies
- Investigate evolving technology roles, including Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Prepare for industry-recognized certifications
Embrace and articulate the challenges and rewards of becoming a teacher
Provides a realistic view of the challenging environment faced by today’s teachers including issues of culture, technology, and regulation.
Effectively integrate technology
The text explores the growing role of technology in the classroom including post-pandemic remote learning tools and artificial intelligence (AI).
Developing a professional mindset
Students learn the importance of developing their own teaching styles and strategies and the importance of ongoing professional development.
Understanding the education system
Students learn the structures and function of today’s education system including finance, legal, and ethical issues.
Preparing for certification
The text prepares students for the Teaching as a Profession 1 & 2 certification exams offered by YouScience®.
Learning objectives
Learning objectives begin each chapter.
Vocabulary terms
Vocabulary terms clearly defined in the margins.
Check your understanding
Periodic check your understanding questions within the chapter keep students on track.
Stop and jot
Stop and jot features provide opportunities for students to reflect on the topic.
Activities
Activity features promote critical thinking.
Focus on diversity
Focus on diversity provides a different perspective on important topics.
Teacher’s journal prompts
Teacher’s journal prompts students to track their progress.
Observations and interviews
Observations and interviews encourage students to interact with active teachers.
Professional portfolios
Professional portfolios help students develop a portfolio for the next steps in their development.
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Grades 9 - 12
This program is designed for introductory teaching and curriculum development courses.
Yes. Foundations of Teaching, 1st Edition prepares students for the Teaching as a Profession 1 & 2 certification exams offered by YouScience®.
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