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Student teachers' growth toward independence: An analysis of their changing concerns

  • Andrea M. Guillaume
  • , Gwen L. Rudney

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Abstract

A year-long study was conducted to address questions concerning student teachers' concerns and the development of those concerns over time. Journals kept by 19 elementary student teachers during their 1-year education program showed that these students: (a) evidenced a broad range of concerns, (b) developed toward independence from student to teacher as they progressed through their education program, and (c) reflected over educational aims and practices when given opportunities and support to do so. This study suggests that teacher educators may enhance student teachers' learning and professional development by encouraging their inquiry and reflection.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)65-80
Number of pages16
JournalTeaching and Teacher Education
Volume9
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Feb 1993
Externally publishedYes

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This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 4 - Quality Education
    SDG 4 Quality Education

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