How One Educator Preparation Program Reinvented Student Teaching: A Story of Transformation

Changing people’s practice is difficult, shifting the culture of an organization even more so. This book is a description of how one education preparation program did both. This is the story of how they transformed the student teaching program, creating tools and structures that resulted in mentors and student teachers working together in new ways.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 172 pages
Publication date: 14 December 2020
Publisher: Peter Lang Publishing Inc

Shifting people's practices and transforming an organization's culture are challenging endeavors, but this book showcases a remarkable story of how one education preparation program achieved both. It delves into the transformative journey of the student teaching program, where they created innovative tools and structures that fostered collaboration between mentors and student teachers. At the core of their model is the STAT assessment tool, which serves as a powerful tool for tracking student teachers' growth and development. While this book focuses on Hope College's new student teaching model, its essence lies in change. It takes the reader on a comprehensive journey through the complex change process of one institution, examining the interplay between leaders and individuals. It explores the inherent tension between support and autonomy as program leaders guide individuals as they embrace new practices. This book is a valuable resource for teacher educators interested in a developmental model of mentor support, as well as for those facing the daunting task of making changes within their own programs.

Beyond teacher preparation, there are valuable lessons learned that can inspire others as they embark on their own change journeys. The book offers insights into effective leadership, building relationships, and navigating the complexities of organizational change. It serves as a catalyst for educators and leaders who are committed to fostering positive change and improving the outcomes of their students and organizations.

Weight: 271g
Dimension: 225 x 150 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781433182518
Edition number: New ed