Aspiring teachers often have many questions about this career field that the are on the threshold of entering. This book presents and answers those questions in an easy-to-read format to help readers begin their journey of becoming a professional teacher.With contributions from high-performing teachers, readers are provided with practical advice for meeting the complex challenges of teaching. The book begins with a focus on teachers and teaching, helping readers determine if teaching is a good choice for them. It continues with discussion of the foundations of education (historical, social, cultural, etc.) and then moves to exploring student characteristics and the worlds of the classroom and the school. The book concludes by considering the trends that will impact the quest to become an effective teacher.

Talking about earthquake engineering, this second edition is intended for practising structural engineers, including those with little or no knowledge of the subject, and also for advanced engineering students. It discusses the provisions of seismic codes, particularly Eurocode 8. It includes buildings in concrete, steel, timber and masonry.

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