Publisher's Synopsis
A core text for General K-12 Methods courses.
This concise resource guide uses an engaging writing style that helps students learn, practice, discuss, implement, and evaluate a broad spectrum of effective teaching skills and strategies. The central strength is its practical approach, which is supported by numerous "hands on" activities, opportunities for practice, case studies, and sample lessons. It equips students with examples of best practices, current research, and proven teaching strategies. One of the most comprehensive methods books available, it is an ideal general methods core text for those who are searching for a criterion-referenced, performance-based learning model to shape future teachers who are both dedicated and competent.
