Teaching : making a difference /
Rick Churchill, [and 12 others] with Jessa Rogers.
- Sixth edition.
- xii, 573 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Part 1. The teaching profession -- Introducing teaching as a profession -- Historical insights into teaching -- Part 2. Understanding learning and learners -- Student learning -- Understanding and motivating students -- Learner diversity, pedagogy and educational equity -- Part 3. Preparation, practice and process -- The curriculum -- Planning for practice: connecting curriculum, assessment and pedagogy -- Pedagogy: the agency that connects teaching with learning -- Organising the learning environment -- Digital technologies for teaching and learning -- Interactive student engagement and management -- Assessment and what matters: feedback, reporting and fairness -- Part 4. Effectiveness, professionalism and the future -- Reflective practice -- Theorising about teaching practice -- Professional, ethical and legal issues for teachers -- The future of teaching: schooling, equity and social change.
"The sixth edition of Teaching: Making A Difference stands as a cornerstone resource for pre-service educators seeking a comprehensive, contemporary, and accessible introduction to the field of teaching. Through its meticulous attention to accuracy and relevance, this text offers students the possibility to engage with the latest initiatives and governmental mandates shaping educational landscapes. Local case studies woven throughout each chapter serve as illuminating exemplars of current best practices, addressing the diverse cultural challenges confronting modern society. With its blend of theoretical insight and practical application, this textbook equips aspiring teachers with the essential knowledge and skills needed to make a meaningful impact in today's classrooms"-- Provided by Publisher.