Understanding Teacher Education Case Studies in the Professional Development of Beginning Teachers 1st edition by James Calderhead, Susan Shorrock ISBN B000OT7ZVY 978-0750703994

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ISBN 10: B000OT7ZVY
ISBN 13: 978-0750703994
Author:  James Calderhead, Susan Shorrock 

This text reports a study of 20 student primary teachers, 10 on a conventional PGCE course and 10 on a school-based articled teacher training course. documenting their learning experiences over a two year period, the authors explore the factors that facilitate or impede the students’ learning as teachers. In drawing upon these case studies together with existing theoretical models of professional development, the authors distinguish several key characteristics of learning to teach and discuss the implications of these for the design of effective school- based teacher education courses.

Understanding Teacher Education: Case Studies in the Professional Development of Beginning Teachers 1st Table of contents:

Introduction: Teacher Education and Professional Development

• Overview of teacher education programs
• The importance of supporting new teachers in their professional journey
• The role of case studies in understanding teacher development

2. The Context of Teacher Education

• The historical background and evolution of teacher education
• Differences in teacher education across regions or countries
• Theories and frameworks of teacher learning and development

3. Case Study 1: First-Year Teachers in Urban Schools

• A case study focusing on teachers in challenging urban environments
• Challenges of teaching in under-resourced schools
• Strategies for adapting to diverse student populations
• Support systems for teachers in urban areas

4. Case Study 2: Mentoring and Support in Teacher Education

• The role of mentorship in the development of new teachers
• How mentoring programs can influence teacher growth
• Case studies of successful mentoring relationships
• The importance of peer support in professional development

5. Case Study 3: Teacher Reflection and Professional Growth

• The role of self-reflection in a teacher’s professional development
• Tools and strategies for reflective practice
• The process of adapting teaching practices over time
• Insights from teachers on their reflective practices

6. Case Study 4: Collaborating with Colleagues for Professional Growth

• The importance of collaboration in the teaching profession
• Case studies of new teachers working with colleagues in teams
• Building professional learning communities
• The impact of collaboration on teaching effectiveness and morale

7. Case Study 5: Addressing Teacher Burnout and Stress

• Examining the causes and effects of burnout on beginning teachers
• Strategies for managing stress and avoiding burnout
• How schools and teacher education programs can support teachers’ well-being
• Long-term professional development to combat burnout

8. Case Study 6: Teacher Leadership and Career Advancement

• New teachers’ development into leaders in their schools
• Building leadership skills early in a teaching career
• Case studies of teachers taking on leadership roles
• Opportunities for career advancement in the teaching profession

9. Case Study 7: Navigating the Politics of Education

• How beginning teachers handle the political aspects of education
• Case studies on dealing with school policy, administration, and external pressures
• Understanding the role of teachers in educational reform and advocacy

10. Future Directions in Teacher Education

• Trends in teacher education and professional development
• Innovations in teacher preparation and ongoing professional learning
• The role of technology and digital tools in teacher development
• The importance of continuous learning and growth for teachers

11. Conclusion: Supporting the Development of Effective Teachers

• Summary of key findings from the case studies
• Best practices for supporting beginning teachers
• Recommendations for teacher educators, schools, and policymakers

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