Describes a program developed at the University College of St. Martin (United Kingdom) to help trainee teachers learn to use instructional technology. Highlights include school-based initial teacher training (ITT), classroom teachers as role models and mentors, lesson planning, and evaluating instructional technology lessons. (LRW)

Describes a study conducted to determine the receptivity of veteran faculty to instructional-improvement initiatives, finding that they support faculty lifelong learning and are not resistant to new ideas and procedures. Asserts that, as the average age of college faculty rises, a greater understanding of veteran faculty is essential. Contains 24…

A study of 89 educators who participated in a workshop course on educating students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorders (AD/HD), found these educators demonstrated increased knowledge, positive attitudes, and perceived competence for educating students with AD/HD. Course evaluations, journals, and interviews provided information about…

Assesses preservice teachers, student teachers, and cooperating teachers on their understanding of the foundations and applications of reading instruction. Concludes that extended, interactive periods of reading interventions and discussions combined with authentic reading experiences with children from diverse cultural backgrounds may increase…

Constructivist learning, based on students' application of knowledge to solve authentic problems, is a culture, not a fragmented collection of practices. Constructivism places high demands on teachers' subject-matter knowledge, pedagogical skills, and design of independent student projects. Major changes in curriculum, scheduling, and assessment…

A survey of 475 deaf-education professionals and interviews with 23 professionals and 18 students found much clearly focused dissatisfaction in college preparation, but also some satisfaction in the deaf education community as a whole. Students, schools, and alumni acknowledged the need to improve high school education and that they often felt at…

Discusses the impact of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards on teachers' professional development, exploring how the standards and processes can act as benchmarks in designing advanced master's degree programs. The paper calls for the authentic redesign of Master's education to promote the development of teacher knowledge and…

A public school teacher discusses how the process of attempting to earn National Board for Professional Teaching Standards certification was an extremely enriching experience, despite the fact that he did not earn the certification. Two of the most significant lessons he learned from the process were making time to reflect on the work of teaching…

Although the number of students with behavior difficulties has increased, it has not been matched by a comparable increase in developing educator competencies to meet their needs. Educators must be given the necessary training, supported by solid research in best practices and quality schools. Individualized student plans involving family members…

Describes how Metropolitan State College of Denver, a large undergraduate institution, developed and implemented a case-based special-education curriculum approach to special-education teacher preparation. Of 20 students prepared using the case-based method, 19 have successfully passed the State of Colorado mandated teacher competency test.…

Evaluates Science Education in Pacific Schools (SEPS), a project addressing science-education deficiencies in 12 small Pacific Island countries. The assessment revealed inadequate, outdated, and unattractive science teaching resources in some countries; badly sequenced and duplicative curriculum projects across the region; and lack of teacher…

Draws conclusions about preservice teacher education in England by critically analyzing the German system in Baden-Wurttemberg, highlighting: the statutory framework, preparation for teaching, assessment of trainee competence, and support available to student teachers. The paper examines the role of mentors, assessment of student teacher…

Examined British mentors' opinions of various issues related to their work in the professional preparation of student teachers. Surveys of teachers from 40 secondary schools indicated that mentors heavily emphasized training on practical classroom and personal development techniques and issues but did not focus on the wider role of the…

Contends that the transformation of incoming preservice teachers into multiculturally competent, committed advocates for all students can be achieved through a combination of sound multicultural research and best practice, discussing mediated cultural immersions, the role of attending faculty in student growth, and the three phases of mediated…

In a survey of 233 educators working with students who are deaf or head of hearing with additional disabilities, educators identified 67 specific competencies needed for working with this diverse population of students. A list of the specific competencies and a rationale for providing more in-depth training for teachers is provided. (Contains…