Comprised of contributions from distinguished education scholars Teachers Teaching and Reform takes a critical look at evidence about systemic efforts to identify excellent teachers and promote excellent teaching practices. Organized to include diverse and often contrasting perspectives on the topic this book provides insight into some of the most vexing historical issues affecting the policies that shape current reform initiatives focused on teachers teaching and educational outcomes. Educational scholars policy makers instructors and graduate students will come away with a keen understanding of different perspectives about the assessment of teachers teaching and teacher education programs as well as strategies for improving educational outcomes for students. . Language: English