Introduction to Teaching: Making a Difference in Student Learning

by Gene E. Hall, Linda F. Quinn, Donna M. Gollnick

An ideal introductory text for aspiring teachers, Introduction to Making a Difference in Student Learning is grounded in the realities and complexities found in today’s schools. Acclaimed authors Gene E. Hall, Linda F. Quinn, and Donna M. Gollnick thoroughly prepare readers to make a difference as teachers, presenting firsthand stories and evidence-based practices while offering a student-centered approach to learning. The authors focus on how to address one of the biggest challenges facing many of today’s schools―ensuring that all students are learning―and help teachers prioritize student learning as their primary focus. From true-to-life challenges that future teachers will face, such as high-stakes testing, reduced funding, low retention, and Common Core State Standards, to the inspiration and joy they will experience throughout their teaching careers, the Third Edition paints an importantly authentic picture of the real life of a teacher.

Also available as a digital option (courseware) . Learn more about Introduction to Teaching-Vantage Digital Option, Third Edition [ 978-1-0718-2795-6]

512 pages, Unbound

First published January 2, 2013

Reviews

[Courtney · Rating 2 out of 5]

The authors of this book have a challenging task. However, the meandering examples, bizarre illustrations of theory in action and general tone turn me off. Everything magical in teaching seems to be sapped from these pages.