Self-Studies in Urban Teacher Education: Preparing U.S. Teachers to Advance Equity and Social Justice

This book examines pedagogical activities, policies, and coursework in teacher education programs to prepare teacher candidates and in-service educators for professional practice in urban schools. It highlights the importance of equity-oriented instructional practices and advocacy for professional engagement in the urban context. Chapters provide insights from teacher educators across the United States on preparing teachers for culturally, linguistically, and socio-economically diverse classrooms. The volume also explores the interplay of cultural and linguistic parity between teacher educators and their students, implementing learning activities or coursework about teaching in urban schools, and enacting critical pedagogical practices.

Format: Hardback
Length: 204 pages
Publication date: 13 September 2022
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

This comprehensive book delves into the realm of pedagogical practices, policies, and coursework that teacher education programs can offer to better equip teacher candidates and in-service educators for professional practice in urban schools. It showcases how teacher educators from across the United States are actively supporting both teacher candidates and in-service teachers in acquiring the necessary knowledge, skills, and dispositions to implement equity-oriented instructional practices and advocate for meaningful professional engagement within the urban context. The chapters provide insightful perspectives on urban teacher education, shedding light on the preparation of teachers to thrive in culturally, linguistically, and socio-economically diverse classrooms. They explore the experiences of teacher educators in their own practice, specifically in preparing teachers for urban schools, equipping teacher candidates from rural and suburban backgrounds to teach in urban settings, and supervising practicing teachers in city classrooms. Additionally, the book delves into the crucial interplay between cultural and linguistic parity between teacher educators and their preservice/in-service teacher students, the implementation of learning activities or coursework focused on teaching in urban schools, and the enactment of critical pedagogical practices.

This book holds immense value for teacher educators who are dedicated to preparing teachers for city classrooms and urban school districts. It serves as a valuable resource for researchers interested in adopting self-study methodologies in their own research endeavors. By exploring the multifaceted aspects of urban teacher education, this book contributes to the ongoing efforts to enhance the preparation and effectiveness of educators in urban settings, ultimately contributing to improved student outcomes and a more equitable education system.

Weight: 494g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811954290
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022