Chapter 1 The Teaching Profession and You Chapter Design and Focus Questions This chapter immerses students in the issues surrounding teaching as a career. Topics range from how teachers feel about their work to whether teaching should be considered a profession. The chapter lends itself to introspection—and exciting class discussions or debates. 1. Is teaching a ―good fit‖ for you? 2. What are the joys and disappointments of being a teacher? 3. Can we consider teaching to be a profession? 4. How has teacher preparation changed over the years? 5. What resources are available to help you succeed as a teacher? 6. What are the stages of teacher development? 7. Are America‘s schools a secret success story? Key Terms and People American Federation of Teachers (AFT) Hall, Reverend Samuel Induction program Mann, Horace Mentor Merit pay National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) National Educatio