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In a wide-ranging introduction to teaching as a career, the authors lead off with a generalized overview of the profession and the challenges it faces today. They treat educational requirements and give advice on selecting an appropriate program as well as a college or university, including a look at the costs of public teachers colleges, state universities, and private colleges. They provide brief job descriptions of teaching at all levels from preschool through high school, tips on deciding where to teach and type of position wanted, a rundown on salary ranges and fringe benefits, and consideration of advanced degrees, advancement opportunities, and specialized positions. Interesting chapters cover the effects of new technology on schools, the kinds of nonteaching assignments that can be expected, and teaching as a stepping stone to other jobs. The authors also offer guidance on deciding if teaching is the right career, suggest activities that can help high school students broaden their background experience, and furnish hints for the beginning teacher. An appendix contains sources for information concerning overseas teaching positions. Bibliography; index. SE. 371.1'0023 Teaching-Vocational guidance-U.S. [CIP]