Key features of an intensive one-semester clinical program for preservice teachers are: (1) concurrent methods courses and fieldwork (student teaching); (2) dual roles (instructor and fieldwork supervisor) for core faculty; (3) teaming of core faculty; (4) peer group support--because students are placed in clusters of 3-10 at a school. (IAH)

This article describes a course-specific model for organizing field experience in the teacher education program at Morehead State University. Students in an elementary social studies methods course had class and field experience within the same public school. Guidelines for effective collaboration between the university and the school are…

The Scottish approach to the development of guidelines and mandatory conditions for new courses of initial teacher education is described; and the strategies adopted by one college of education to involve practicing teachers in the preparation, implementation, and evaluation of courses designed to meet these criteria are discussed. (Author/IAH)

A course which trains prospective teachers to teach disadvantaged pupils is described. The course includes theoretical components and practical tutoring experience. Analysis of reports written by student teachers who took the course indicate that positive changes in attitudes toward disadvantaged pupils and meaningful theoretical learning…

Discusses the need for cooperation and mutual respect between associate teachers and faculty advisors involved in practicum supervision. Describes nine areas identified as common concerns of teacher candidates in practicum settings: classroom management; first-year teaching; long-term planning; teacher-parent relationship; recordkeeping; student…

Describes a 45-year-old preservice teacher's relationship with his students in an inner-city school. Suggests that inner city students, despite their exposure to violence and drugs, are willing to cooperate and put forth effort if their ideas are treated with respect. (TB)

Describes how portfolios enrich teaching and learning for elementary credential students at one California university, explaining the context for teaching portfolios, functions of the teaching portfolios, the process of constructing portfolios, how the university uses portfolios, and future directions for the program's portfolio use. (SM)

This article specifies effective field-based supervising teacher characteristics and practices, to assist university personnel in selecting and guiding supervising teachers in special education. The characteristics and practices focus on understanding university expectations, preparing for the practicum student, providing an exemplary model and…

Describes the collaboration between Bowling Green city schools and Bowling Green State University. Higher education faculty and K-12 teachers work in each other's classrooms to improve instruction, facilitate curriculum development, and enhance faculty development. The article describes partnership projects, elaborates one case study, and…

Describes research conducted with student teachers (N=4) in primary and secondary science education. Compares and analyzes conceptions of the teaching and learning of science with classroom practice when teaching science lessons. Contains 101 references. (DDR)

A survey of 133 rural Midwestern teachers who had supervised student teachers examined their knowledge of educational psychology. Few teachers had high scores, and scores were unrelated to teaching experience or degree held. Recommends increased emphasis on educational psychology in teacher education, inservice, and professional development…

A longitudinal study investigated the link between learning experiences and life histories of teacher education students in early childhood education. The preliminary phase of the study indicated that compared to first-year students, students in their final year indicated greater confidence. The teaching practicum emerged as crucial for balance…

Presents a six-phase model of the interdependent relationship between cooperating teachers and their student teachers in early childhood settings: (1) anticipation/excitement for cooperating teachers and anxiety/euphoria for student teachers; (2) confusion/clarity for both; (3) onstage/backstage and competence/inadequacy; (4) letting go/hanging on…

Investigates the use of computer mediated communication (CMC) with a six-member preservice teacher cohort during their student teaching experience. Concludes that opportunities for peer collaboration were enhanced, CMC allowed participants to engage in professional dialogue, the use of technology was translated to the classroom context, and…

Discusses the student teaching triad, focusing on the relationship between: (1) the cooperating teacher and the student teachers' supervisor; and (2) the cooperating teacher and student teacher. Explores issues of writing lesson plans and ways to evaluate the student teacher. Lists the responsibilities of the cooperating teacher, student teacher,…