Competency-based learning for the academic classroom. Developed for academic courses, MICROSOFT(R) WINDOWS(R) 2000 ACTIVE DIRECTORY(TM) SERVICES helps students build the skills they need on the job and for MCP Exam 70-217--a core requirement on the Windows 2000 MCSE track. The textbook delivers Microsoft courseware adaptable for either a full 16-week semester or a 6-week, 8-week, or 10-week course. The book is filled with competency-based practice exercises that students complete on their own, while the companion lab manual features additional skill-building activities ideal for your classroom's computer lab. Along with the textbook and lab manual, students get a Student CD-ROM containing study aids, simulation video clips that demonstrate common procedures, an electronic version of the textbook, and detailed information on how to begin a career in Information Technology. An Instructor CD-ROM containing a complete set of instructor support materials--including lecture outlines, teaching tips, PowerPoint(R) slides, test banks, and an instructor lab manual--is also available.