Creating An Innovative College Classroom Learning Space For 66 Preservice Teachers,
2026
Charleston Southern University
Creating An Innovative College Classroom Learning Space For 66 Preservice Teachers, Robin Franklin, Jacquelynn Pleis
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina
Creating an innovative space for P-5 preservice teachers to learn the craft of teaching and solidify their calling should be a priority in teacher preparation. This conceptual paper highlighted research-to-practice ideas and processes in creating an innovative learning classroom. Upon examination of the literature, a clear gap emerged in reference to learning spaces designed specifically for preservice teachers that mirror elementary classrooms. Locating an appropriate space, considering stakeholders, prioritizing the budget, designing a layout including flexible furniture and seating, procuring resources and materials, and lessons learned are considered. The goal was to simulate real-world classrooms in order to advance educator …
Systematic Literature Review Of Experiences And Supports For Students 45 With Autism Spectrum Disorder Post Hoc: Findings Regarding Diversity And Implications For Research And Educator Preparation,
2026
Texas A&M University-San Antonio
Systematic Literature Review Of Experiences And Supports For Students 45 With Autism Spectrum Disorder Post Hoc: Findings Regarding Diversity And Implications For Research And Educator Preparation, Eric J. López, Mariya Davis
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina
The following post hoc analysis examines cultural and/or linguistic information from a previous systematic literature review of 24 studies investigating demographic information, encounters, assists and suggestions of study participants enrolled in post-secondary education institutions with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The analysis and discussion of results appeal for the need to not only include and focus on diversity but to refocus on cultural consciousness. Implications and future directions for research and for educator preparation programs are proposed.
Conflict In Preparation And Practice: The Rationales Of Beginning Special 57 Educators In South Carolina,
2026
College of Charleston
Conflict In Preparation And Practice: The Rationales Of Beginning Special 57 Educators In South Carolina, Adam W. Jordan
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina
Special education remains a field experiencing a critical shortage of highly qualified teachers. As such, research in the field has often focused on teacher retention and cause for "burn out." In this study, the rationales, or formally written and expressed purposes, of seven teachers in either their first or second year of teaching in a public school in the state of South Carolina were explored. This qualitative descriptive study utilized three data points: 1). A written rationale produced across multiple assignments during the participant's undergraduate experience, 2). Analysis of a written or described lesson plan which the participant felt reflected …
Increasing Collaborative Experiences: Strengthening The Process And 41 Proficiency Of Student Learning Through Group Work,
2026
Winthrop University
Increasing Collaborative Experiences: Strengthening The Process And 41 Proficiency Of Student Learning Through Group Work, Miranda Sigmon
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina
During the 2020-2021 school year, many changes to coursework were necessary as a result of pandemic restrictions. In reflecting on personal teaching experiences, student learning outcomes, and student reflections, positive outcomes were identified as unintentional results of these changes. Two specific assignments from different literacy-focused courses are discussed and reflected upon in recognizing the overarching need and benefit of increasing collaborative practices within the higher education classroom. In both examples provided, it is clear that modifying assignments to be completed collaboratively provided increased student discourse and experiences beyond individual readings and assignments to extend students' development and application of content …
Community Health Workers In Schools: Suggestions For Special Education 24 And Teacher Education Programs,
2026
Texas A&M University-San Antonio
Community Health Workers In Schools: Suggestions For Special Education 24 And Teacher Education Programs, Eric J. López, Oscar J. Muñoz, Eva Menchaca-López
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina
The following article will discuss the increase in the under-identification of special education students from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. A model is recommended that incorporates the use of community health workers, the skills and knowledge of culturally responsive practices and developing trusted relationships in assisting members from diverse communities to be informed about special education and special education services. Suggestions for training and teacher education programs are discussed.
An Investigation Of Diversity In Education: 30 Perspectives Of Undergraduate Pre-Service Educators,
2026
College of Charleston
An Investigation Of Diversity In Education: 30 Perspectives Of Undergraduate Pre-Service Educators, Tracey Hunter-Doniger, Barnie Howell, Hannah Baker, Olivia Ladines, Jay Scott, Izzy Smith, Kinandah Williams, Dennis Wright
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina
This paper discusses the diversity in education through the perspectives of undergraduate pre-service educators at a Southeastern University in the United States. These preservice teachers investigated the disparities in the public education system, such as diversity, White supremacy, and classroom environment. This paper provides a comprehensive overview, and some possible solutions to reform education, to make it more equitable to all students. The pre-service teachers' voices are highlighted throughout the paper to bring in the rich discussions that continued throughout the research study.
Expert Roles Reconsidered: What Was Learned About The Mentor/Intern 4 Experience During A Global Pandemic,
2026
Francis Marion University
Expert Roles Reconsidered: What Was Learned About The Mentor/Intern 4 Experience During A Global Pandemic, Courtney Clayton, Kristina Peck, Christy Irish, Melissa Wells, Janine Davis
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina
In the early months of 2020, the United States was hit with a pandemic of global proportions. Schools, including universities, were forced to close all on-campus activities. The campus where we teach was no exception. Therefore, our interns (student teachers) went from face-to-face classroom internships to virtual internships. Over the summer, we decided to examine how virtual instruction impacted our interns' year of student teaching, knowing that instruction at all schools for their internship year was going to start virtually, and, for the foreseeable future, be virtual. We focused on our mentor teachers' perceptions of what their interns were experiencing …
Full Issue: Volume 15, Number 2, Summer 2022,
2026
University of South Carolina Aiken
Full Issue: Volume 15, Number 2, Summer 2022, Judith Collazo, Christine Leblanc, Timothy Lintner
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina
This file contains the full issue of TEJSC, including front matter, table of contents, editorial notes, and articles.
Engaging The In-Person Student Online: Modifying Courses For Covid-19,
2026
Charleston Southern University
Engaging The In-Person Student Online: Modifying Courses For Covid-19, Jennifer Zakrzewski
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina
In the Spring of 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic began causing a frenzy as faculty members turned their in-person courses into online courses overnight. Since the Spring of 2020, many faculty members have been asked to teach their in-person courses online due to the continued COVID-19 pandemic. However, many faculty members may feel ill equipped to teach their courses online. This article provides simple and quick solutions for faculty members to implement to support in-person students in an online course.
The Role Of Syntax In North Carolina's Science Of Reading Policies,
2026
East Carolina University
The Role Of Syntax In North Carolina's Science Of Reading Policies, Melissa Wren
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina
The purpose of this paper is to explain how a rich understanding of syntax has the potential to contribute to teacher agency within Science of Reading policies. This paper begins with a discussion of the relationship between the Science of Reading and North Carolina’s Excellent Schools Act of 2021. Next, existing literature related to syntax and literacy theories is discussed. This section is followed by an examination of how syntax is represented in competencies for preservice teachers and elementary students in North Carolina. After that, evidence-based practices to support syntax are explained. Finally, a discussion of how stakeholders may juxtapose …
Roadblocks To Retention In Teacher Education Programs,
2026
Lander University
Roadblocks To Retention In Teacher Education Programs, Tamara Pack, Tod Kenney, Carol Hoyle
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina
This study reviewed student performance outcomes of two cohorts of preservice teacher candidates to identify the factors that contribute to attrition in a university teacher preparation program. A quantitative analysis of Grade Point Averages (GPAs) suggests that low grades in general education courses may negatively impact a candidate’s self-efficacy towards completing the high stakes testing requirement of the Praxis Core exam and therefore serve as early indicators. Proactive measures to address systemic roadblocks are shared.
Ensuring Excellence: Using Concept Maps To Evaluate Preservice Teacher Understanding Of Differentiated Instruction,
2026
Winthrop University
Ensuring Excellence: Using Concept Maps To Evaluate Preservice Teacher Understanding Of Differentiated Instruction, Jeremy Lopuch, Debra Lockwood
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina
The purpose of this investigation is to examine the usefulness of concept maps to assess course content knowledge for teacher candidates. Participants included undergraduate special education preservice students in a class on differentiation instructional strategies. A pretest and posttest design were used to administer concept maps as a form of differentiated assessment to teacher candidates in the course. Based on the results, the authors concluded concept maps were potentially a useful method to measure student knowledge. Implications and suggestions for future research will be discussed.
Parents Of Students With Disabilities' Perceptions Of At-Home District Support During The Covid-19 Crisis,
2026
Lander University
Parents Of Students With Disabilities' Perceptions Of At-Home District Support During The Covid-19 Crisis, Carol Hoyle, Matthew Collier, Nita Brewer
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina
During the COVID-19 pandemic, special education instruction has been greatly impacted. Parents have faced numerous challenges as educational services became home-based. This study was designed to gather the experiences of parents or caregivers of students with individualized education programs (IEPs) provided home educational supports by their child’s school district during this pandemic. Qualitative and quantitative analysis were completed and the survey results are presented in order to assist educators as they modify and make plans for providing home/online instruction for students with IEPs.
Preservice Teachers' Perceived Self-Efficacy After Engaging In Mock Interviews,
2026
Charleston Southern University
Preservice Teachers' Perceived Self-Efficacy After Engaging In Mock Interviews, Robin K. Franklin, Justin Mitchell
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina
This mixedmethods action research study examined the impact mock interviews had on pre-service teachers’ perceptions related to professional job interviewing when implemented within a college of education’s early childhood and elementary senior education methods block. Face-to-face mock interviews were added in hopes to enhance teaching methods in the College of Education’s undergraduate senior block and empower future educators toward excellence in the field of education. The results from the study included both quantitative Likert scale and qualitative constructed response survey items. After interpreting the quantitative and qualitative data separately, the researchers examined areas of intersection from the data to distill …
Now I Know Someone With A Disability: Using Fiction To Help General Education Preservice Teachers Understand The Inclusion Classroom,
2026
Coastal Carolina University
Now I Know Someone With A Disability: Using Fiction To Help General Education Preservice Teachers Understand The Inclusion Classroom, Suzanne Horn, Cheryl Morgan, Annette Heim
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina
This case study reports on a general education, preservice teacher book club. The club read young adult literature in which the central character had an intellectual disability. Although all fears were not alleviated, general education preservice teachers reported a higher comfort level about teaching in inclusive classrooms after seeing life through the eyes of their fictional character. Getting to know their character gave them a level of exposure to a disabled person with a disability they may have been too uncomfortable to explore with a “real” person. With this new understanding, preservice teachers had a context in which to share …
The Unlikely Outcome Of A Struggling Kindergartner: A Cognitive Rags-To-Riches Tale,
2026
Charleston Southern University
The Unlikely Outcome Of A Struggling Kindergartner: A Cognitive Rags-To-Riches Tale, Amanda M. Butler
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina
Despite teachers’ implementation of research-based strategies, many students fail to make adequate progress. In some cases, this stems from a neurophysiological response that is beyond the teacher’s and student’s control. Drawing on Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, unintended findings from a previous study illuminate a larger, deeply convoluted issue that will promote unique conversations in education circles. These findings bear significant discoveries that could alter the trajectory for failing students and elevate the teaching profession.
Family Home Connection In A Covid-19 World,
2026
Erskine College
Family Home Connection In A Covid-19 World, Anna Brady, Jamia Richmond
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina
The purpose of this article is to address best practices for building home-school partnerships following the onset of the COVID—19 pandemic. The authors also discuss what teachers and schools can do to build trust and maintain strong communication with families during the COVID—19 pandemic and during virtual schooling. The authors draw upon their experiences as both educators and siblings of people with disabilities to share research-based strategies that can help teachers effectively partner with the families of their students.
Full Issue: Volume 15, Number 1, Fall 2021,
2026
University of South Carolina Aiken
Full Issue: Volume 15, Number 1, Fall 2021, Judy Beck, Susan Fernandez
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina
This file contains the full issue of TEJSC, including front matter, table of contents, editorial notes, and articles.
Teaching About The Industrial Revolution Using Local Landmarks: Engaging Students With Community History,
2026
University of South Carolina Upstate
Teaching About The Industrial Revolution Using Local Landmarks: Engaging Students With Community History, Wren Bareiss, Rebecca Mueller, Ann Merryman
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina
No abstract provided.
Full Issue: Volume 14, Number 2, Spring 2021,
2026
University of South Carolina Aiken
Full Issue: Volume 14, Number 2, Spring 2021, Judy Beck, Susan Fernandez
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina
This file contains the full issue of TEJSC, including front matter, table of contents, editorial notes, and articles.
