Designed to get students up-and-running, ready to teach, this popular text stands out for its comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of what pre-service teachers should know and be able to do, and what competent experienced teachers are like. It provides both knowledge and know-how--two hallmarks that make The Act of Teaching the text of choice for K-12 general methods of teaching courses. Timely, research based, and reader friendly, the book features relevant information on the context of teaching, the act of teaching, and the personal and professional qualities and skills of effective teachers. The emphasis throughout is on reflection; readers are engaged in considering the personal meaning and application of what they are reading. Pedagogical features in each chapter enrich and enliven the text. The Companion Website includes a range of additional resources for students and for instructors.

Changes in the Seventh Edition
* Two brand new chapters: "Classroom Technology" and "Developing and Participating in a Learning Community"
* Restructured, tighter organization
* Updates and substantive revisions in all chapters