Those Who Can, Teach (13th Edition) by Kevin Ryan & James M. Cooper
 
ISBN: 9781111830281
 
About this Book :
 
Those Who Can, Teach (13th Edition) by Kevin Ryan and James M. Cooper is an essential guide for anyone considering a career in teaching. The book offers a detailed look into the realities of teaching and provides the tools to help future educators make informed decisions. The authors use a wide range of sources, including interviews with top educators and scholars, biographies, and real-life case studies, to highlight both the challenges and rewards of teaching. Written in a direct and engaging style, the book encourages reflection on the professional and personal aspects of a teaching career.
 
Table of Contents:
 
Part I: School and Students :
 
1. Why Teach?
2. What Is a School and What Is It For?
3. Who Are Today's Students in a Diverse Society?
4. What Social Problems Affect Today's Students?
5. What Is Taught?
 
Part II: Teachers :
 
6. What Makes a Teacher Effective? 
7. What Should Teachers Know About Technology and Its Impact on Schools? 
8. What Are the Ethical and Legal Issues Facing Teachers?
 
Part III: Foundations and the Future :
 
9. What Are the Philosophical Foundations of American Education? 
10. What Is the History of America's Struggle for Educational Opportunity? 
11. How Are Schools Governed, Influenced, and Financed? 
12. How Should Education Be Reformed?
 
Part IV: The Teaching Profession :
 
13. What Are Your Job Options in Education? 
14. What Can the New Teacher Expect? 
15. What Does It Mean to Be a Professional? Before You Close the Book . . .