Focus Questions What are the advantages and disadvantages of being a teacher? What are the satisfactions—and complaints—of today's teachers? Can we consider teaching to be a profession? How has teacher preparation changed over the years? What traits and characteristics are needed for successful teaching? Is teaching a "good fit" for you? What steps can you take now on the road to becoming a teacher?
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Choose a ChapterChapter 1Chapter 2Chapter 3Chapter 4Chapter 5Chapter 6Chapter 7Chapter 8Chapter 9Chapter 10Chapter 11Chapter 12Chapter 13

Focus Questions Chapter Summary Key Terms Flashcards News, Articles & Links Web Links Quizzes Multiple Choice Quiz True or False Interactive Exercises What Do You Think? WEB-tivities You Be the Judge Is Teaching a Professi... What Should Teachers L... What Job Is This?