According to the authors of the course textbook, the best way to be prepared for your first teaching job is to ______. ask questions, reflect on each step you take, collaborate with others, and try to understand multiple perspectives in the decisions you make join the teacher's union so you have plenty of insurance coverage just in case something goes horribly wrong overprepare for the lessons you teach, hoard resources, and contact your mentor daily read the latest research in data and assessment trends, attend every professional development conference in your area, and arrive early at the school and stay late each evening to show your dedication to the profession