Successfully establishing initial teacher education courses in schools requires a careful understanding of what it means to train someone to teach. This book provides guidance on how teacher training can be effective in school-based settings. Essential practical issues are covered including, recruitment, pastoral care and the organization of academic components of a course. It also covers conceptual topics such as:
- what makes a good mentor?
- models of learning suitable for teacher education
- the role of evidence-based teaching in a practical setting
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Introduction — Carey Philpott, Helen Scott and Carrie Mercier
Getting selection processes right — Kathryn Fox and Patrick Smith
Models of professional learning and what they mean for those working with teachers — Carey Philpott
Effective professional learning — Gail Fuller
What is the difference between mentoring and coaching? — Helen Scott
Why is the academic component of ITE important and how do we organize it? — Nigel Appleton
The assessment of student teachers — Carrie Mercier
How do you create synergy between different school priorities? — Simon Asquith
Initial teacher education and staff development — Alison Chapman
How can action research be used to enhance school-based ITE? — Carey Philpott
Pastoral care for student teachers — Robert Heath and Carey Philpott
Conclusion — Carey Philpott, Helen Scott and Carrie Mercier