helps teachers get off to a running start. The only book that covers all four key areas of effective teaching—organization, classroom management, instruction, and assessment—this handy reference offers a bridge from college to classroom. Helpful tools include: • Step-by-step guidance on instructional organization, behavior management, lesson planning, and formative and summative assessment • User-friendly taxonomic guides to help readers quickly locate topics • The latest information on student diversity, special needs, and lesson differentiation • Teacher testimonials and examples • Explanations of education standards and initiatives