The computerized test bank is an interactive, computerized version of the printed test bank, available in PC and Mac formats. An extensive set of colorful transparencies consisting of figures, charts, and instructional aids from the text is available upon adoption of the text. Helping today's instructors and students learn how to use technology meaningfully is a primary strength of this program. The Field Experiences section includes site-based cases, site observation guidelines, and links to popular classroom software web sites mentioned in the book. The Class Applications section includes classroom activities and debates, semester or unit projects, sample lesson plans and templates, thought questions, and reflective journal questions.
Videos are available to course adopters.
The Real Deal UpGrade supplements the textbook content with chapter summaries, chapter outlines, chapter learning objectives, chapter self-tests, a glossary, and links to web sites with demonstrations of educational software. The CD also includes five learning tips from Becoming a Master Student by Dave Ellis. The WebCT Webcourselet contains chapter outlines, chapter themes, Key Points, chapter summaries, discussion questions, and a glossary. Course assignments include self-tests from the web site and Study Guide. External links are provided for every chapter as well as for publications, professional organizations, and government organizations and agencies.