The Teaching Profession in a Nutshell

The Teaching Profession in a Nutshell is a concise textbook that gives readers an overview of the teaching profession in the United States. It is integral that upcoming teachers are equipped with knowledge of the historical events that shaped the U.S. school system and educational philosophies that will guide students in their future teaching endeavors. From learning how to construct an effective lesson plan and managing current and diverse issues in education to having a legal and ethical understanding of the teaching profession, this textbook introduces new education students to essential pieces of the historical, philosophical, diverse, and ethical foundations of education that are crucial to their journey as an effective teacher.