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Teacher Preperation For The Global Stage: International Student Teaching, Jacob B. Chacko
Teacher Preperation For The Global Stage: International Student Teaching, Jacob B. Chacko
Theses and Dissertations
As globalization lessens the distance between peoples and diversifies the common classroom, Teacher Education (TE) programs lag behind in producing globally-minded educators. One approach used by some TE programs to remedy this issue is to offer International Student Teaching (IST) experiences. While the literature related to these programs is rather positive, information related to why students choose to participate in IST experiences and the challenges they encounter while abroad is limited. This study attempts to fill this gap in the literature. Drawing on interview data from current (n=3) and former (n=2) participants, as well as two program administrators, this multiple …
The Impact Of Common Core Professional Development On Teaching Practices, Elisabeth S. Kannenberg
The Impact Of Common Core Professional Development On Teaching Practices, Elisabeth S. Kannenberg
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
The adoption of the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) in Mathematics represents a challenge for public educators due to the broad scope of required instructional change. This case study investigated the implementation of a professional development (PD) series across 11 elementary schools, designed to address the problem of insufficient teacher preparation in CCSS pedagogical shifts. Grounded in Vygotsky's social learning theory and constructivism, the training was intended to enhance teacher skills through collaborative, inquiry-based learning. The research questions included in the study examined math teaching practices before and after the implementation of the district training. Through questionnaires and interviews, perceptions …