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This review of selected research on the practices of teaching and teacher preparation juxtaposes the models for conducting inquiry on teaching and teacher education with a synthesis of research on what is currently known. Chapter 1 presents several models for research on teaching and teacher education and presents some research findings according to categories of variables posited by the models. In the context of the Coleman Report and responses to it, Chapter 2 summarizes 22 effective schools studies, indicates 7 limitations of such research, and suggests ways effective schools research can inform both preservice and inservice teacher education. Chapter 3 presents a rationale for the importance of such investigations and reviews four recent studies on effective K-12 educational practice. Chapter 4 describes how inquiry on teaching has been conducted, presents some significant findings, and discusses both limitations and utilization of such research. Chapter 5 reviews research on teacher education according to four categories: preservice teachers, preservice curriculum and instruction, the education professoriate, and the context of teacher preparation. Chapter 6 summarizes the previous chapters and concludes with observations and recommendations. Each chapter includes references. (JD)

Teaching Strategies is an introductory core text known for its down-to-earth, practical help on the most commonly used classroom teaching strategies and tactics, including lesson planning, questioning, and small group and cooperative learning strategies. Part 2 begins with a new chapter on the holistic nature of the instructional process, which serves as a foundation to chapters on instructional goals, design, sequencing, management, instructional alignments, and assessment. "Reflection Boxes" pose questions and challenges that require active student participation, including doing Internet searches to explore topics and find resources.