Beginning and veteran teachers alike can dive into the deep end of todays classroom challenges with this handy and entertaining guide.Combining theory and anecdotes,this updated edition of the bestseller highlights more insightful principles for educators. The second edition of Teaching From the Deep End encourages teachers to think about their profession and teaching persona andto think about school politics, ethics, and a host of other issues. The author invitesyouto enter the classroom with a passion formed by knowing what you want to accomplish, seeing those around you in order to begin properly, planning to bring your students to knowledge and understanding, and anticipating challenges to that plan. New in this edition are: Tips on the job searchWorking with colleagues and parentsSuggestions for navigating school politicsWays to survivea culture of testmania