This study aims to examine the formal integration of scientific research within teacher preparation programs at universities in Kazakhstan, aiming to enhance the research capacity of pre-service teachers. It introduces a research-based learning (RBL) model for delivering research components in postgraduate programs, tailored to address individual…

In order to deliver life-long learning for teachers, practitioner-based enquiry learning is being promoted by teacher education institutions on the basis that this form of learning gives teachers the ability to understand factors affecting learning within their own classrooms by systematic investigations of issues and the construction of an…

Washback refers to both positive and negative influences of testing on teaching and learning. While washback studies abound in the literature, most of them deal with high-stakes, standardized tests or large-scale entrance examinations. Scant efforts have been made to uncover washback effects in alternative assessments. This study implemented an…

This article explores results from a research project studying teacher learning and faculty teaching in two online courses for teachers in a master's degree program. We focus on the interactions among students in online small-group discussions. We argue that three aspects of the online courses impact the way students enter into discussions online,…

The John Tracy Clinic (JTC) has a long history in the development and implementation of distance education courses for parents. It began with the founder of JTC, Louise Tracy, who personally corresponded with parents of young children with hearing loss around the globe to provide them hope, guidance, and encouragement. Mrs. Tracy's correspondence…

A master of arts program developed by the Center for Teaching International Relations and jointly sponsored by the University of Denver's (Colorado) education and international relations departments is described. The program trains inservice teachers in global education. A summer course on comparative world politics is highlighted. (PP)

Proposes a new degree in education called Masters of Science in Educational Computing. Combining the areas of computer science and education, the new academic area will prepare teachers to make use of computers in all phases of education. The Iona College (New York) proposed program in educational computing is included. (JJD)

This study examined the experiences of 13 graduate students enrolled in a closed, lock-step master's degree of the education cohort program. Interview and observational data, collected over 10 months and across four courses, were qualitatively analyzed to explore students' understanding of the meaning of cohort membership and how that membership…

A British master's program in education using distance learning and independent study for candidates employed in schools overseas was evaluated using an instrument designed to measure participant satisfaction with instructional modules. Results suggest that the instrument is useful not only in determining satisfaction levels but also in evaluating…

This directory presents information on 328 programs in colleges and universities for individuals who already have a bachelor's degree and wish to earn a teaching license, a master's degree in teaching, or both. Information was gathered from a fall 1995 survey of the member institutions of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education;…

This directory presents information on 257 programs in colleges and universities for individuals who already have a bachelor's degree and want to complete requirements to earn a teaching license, a master's degree, or both. Information included in the directory is the result of a survey of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher…

This case study investigates the development of the understanding of constructivist theory among students in a Masters level elementary teacher education program within a particular course. The focus of the study is a seminar entitled "Advanced Seminar in Child Development". The questions explored include: How do students' ideas of…