For introduction to education and/or foundations courses. Explore the world of teaching through first-person stories and coverage of current issues Becoming a Teacher explores what it really means to be a teacher today. It articulates the challenges of the education field, and outlines ways to be an agent of change. The straightforward approach pinpoints meaningful applications of technology; clarifies the realities of diversity in the classroom; and outlines past, present and future thoughts on curriculum, instruction, assessment, management and philosophy. Fully revised, the 11th Edition includes increased emphasis on culturally responsive teaching; 2 new chapters that address curriculum and more.