NSES and NETS icons are conveniently placed in the margin to reveal a clear correlation to the national science and technology standards. Revamped assessment chapter (Ch 7) includes more on the development of learning outcomes and their alignment with assessment and helps teachers see the connection between standardized tests, teacher assessment, and rubric development. End-of-chapter MyEducationLab boxes highlights multimedia resources, many of which were developed specifically for this book, on the MyEducationLab.com site. The feature box uses an Explore, Enrich and Expand model as follows: Explore uses video and inquiry processes to link messages of the text with classroom applications. Readers asked to view specific video and continue to learn by responding to focused questions. Enrich focuses on developing the reader’s professional practice through school and classroom-based investigations. Expand targets continuing development of Science Literacy by helping readers to build confidence and comfort with science concepts and skills. Explore MyEducationLab.com --Go to page 98 and follow the MyEducationLab reference and accompanying questions, then go to MyEdLab and click on Diverse Learners -->Video --> Lesson on Birds To order this book WITHOUT MyEducationLab use this ISBN: 9780205594917. To order this book WITH MyEducationLab use this ISBN: 9780205643141. Click here to learn more about MyEducationLab. Increased discussion of diversity and individual differences integrated throughout the book so that teachers can better meet the needs of today’s students when they enter the classroom. Completely revamped technology chapter now focuses on helping teachers select appropriate resources and incorporate brand new media into science lessons. New Format for Learning Cycle Feature Lesson in each chapter integrates photos and student artifacts that will enhance pre-service teacher’s understanding and applications of the lesson. The new design of these lessons and those located in part II of text clarifies the essential components of each lesson to make them more accessible models for future teachers. New 8 1⁄2 X 11 trim size and design allows for better layout of the lessons and improved presentation and readability of chapter contents.