Discusses six hypothetical phases through which students progress during their student teaching experiences. These phases are described in terms of the students' feelings concerning their own performance and teaching in general. Implications for teacher education are presented. (BD)

Role playing is an effective technique for accelerating the learning and strengthening the self confidence of mentally handicapped children. (GW)

The standard prescriptions for reforming undergraduate education include better students, more time on basic academic subjects, more clinical experience, and more rigorous and standardized evaluation of students at all points in the program. Further scrutiny of these recommendations is presented. (MLW)

The extent to which an overseas student teaching practicum avoids the problem of assimilation inherent in traditional programs of school practice for preservice teachers is addressed, based on experiences of Memorial University of Newfoundland and its branch campus in Essex County, England. (Author/LB)

The article examines the components and rationale of clinical teacher supervision as they apply to preservice teachers, describes the role of supervision in student teaching, and suggests ways in which clinical supervision can support the goals and objectives of teacher education programs. (Author/CB)

Discusses new ideas about teacher education, specifically, the need to develop a literate community of teachers who are familiar with the most current educational philosophy and theories. (SRT)

Presents teachers' and students' criticisms of teacher preparation programs at the University of Illinois, Northern Illinois University, and New Mexico State University and of student teaching in particular. (SRT)

Examines the future directions of music education at both the undergraduate and inservice levels. Recommends five ways to improve undergraduate education, including the student teaching experience. Delineates important aspects of an on-the-job training program which would increase personal satisfaction and professional status. (JDH)

A Canadian survey concerning the effectiveness of student teaching experience suggests that while the programs may not appeal to the students, the preparation they afford students is well received. (MSE)

Teacher education programs should include methods of promoting self-awareness in prospective physical educators. Suggested guidelines to help develop potential are listed, including increased autonomy; more adequate assumptions about reality, possibility, and value; improved competencies; and increased awareness and openness to experience.…

This article explores the problems, implementation, and evaluation of the Basic Stuff Series in an elementary school practicum for preservice physical education teachers. (DF)

A program established in Georgia in 1968 offers education students an early, firsthand experience with public school students and lists desired objectives. (SK)

A two-phase program at Indiana University Southeast strengthens the secondary science teacher candidate's program. (SK)

Washington State home and family life teachers have specified cooperating teacher responsibilities related to five major competencies: understand, accept, interact, and communicate with student teachers; guide, direct, and supervise the student teacher's experiences, classroom teaching, and experiences related to the professional role; and provide…