The Putting It All Together: Education & Training student reference book is a compilation of chapters from several education and training books that provides a wealth of information needed by students in introductory education and training courses. Chapters correlate to the essential knowledge and skills for Instructional Practice in Education & Training and Practicum in Education & Training. Particular consideration was given to the organization of chapters and the ability of students to utilize the information in the text.

The text is accompanied by a Web site, MyEducationLab-Putting It All Together: Education & Training, that provides content support through in-class video footage, interactive simulations, rich case studies, examples of authentic teacher and student work, individualized study plans, virtual field experiences, and more. (2010) (500+ pages)

Chapter Titles

• The History of Education in the U.S.
• Philosophical Foundations in Education in the U.S.
• The Societal Context of Schooling in the U.S.
• Ethical and Legal Issues in U.S. Schools
• Schools
• Students
• Teachers
• Teacher Responsibilities and Opportunities
• Creating and Maintaining a Positive and Productive Learning Environment

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• Curriculum and Instruction
• Fundamentals of Planning
• Types of Teacher Planning
• Assessment and Accountability
• Technology in U.S. Schools
• Charting My Teaching Course
• What You Need to Know about Portfolios
• Guidelines for Assembling Your Portfolio
• Artifact Possibilities
• Electronic Portfolios