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Five professional educators collaborated on the 12th edition of this college textbook for teacher education courses. The new edition includes a new chapter on the teaching profession and teacher licensing, new information on methods of student assessment, a new feature opening each chapter with a published news report, and a debate feature in each chapter in which two educators write about opposing sides of an issue related to the chapter topic. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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Keeping pace with current issues and trends, this classic book offers solid coverage of the foundational areas of education. This best-selling book continues to develop successful teachers by providing a broad introduction to the foundations of education based on interesting and current discussion of important theory and practice. The book offers a thorough overview of the historical, legal, philosophical, social, and practical aspects of American education. Each chapter is written by one of the five main authors, all respected authorities in their fields. For preservice or in-service educators, or anyone interested in the foundations of education.
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