Growing Our Own: Teaching as Profession for the State of Georgia

Growing Our Own: Teaching as Profession for the State of Georgia by Dr. Jason L. Garner is a comprehensive textbook designed specifically for students enrolled in Georgia's Teaching as a Profession pathway. Covering all three semesters of coursework, this resource provides engaging instruction, classroom-ready activities, reflection opportunities, and practical applications that prepare future educators for success both in the classroom and beyond.The text explores essential topics including the history and foundations of education, classroom management, instructional strategies, professionalism, child development, ethics, lesson planning, student engagement, assessment practices, and career readiness for aspiring teachers. In addition, the book includes targeted preparation materials for the EOPA (End of Pathway Assessment), helping students build confidence and mastery of key standards and competencies required for pathway completion.Created with Georgia educators and students in mind, this all-in-one resource supports work-based learning experiences, observation activities, and the development of future teacher leaders across the state.

Pagina's: 256, Paperback, Independently published