The professional role of the teacher in developing optimum learning environments for every individual is discussed. Guidelines for teacher education programs are presented to facilitate this objective. (DS)

The 28 states that have established requirements mandating preparation of regular classroom teachers to work with the handicapped are listed, along with information on requiring agencies, year of implementation, and personnel affected. (DS)

This survey of introductory level education students to determine why they entered the teaching field showed that their primary motivations were intrinsic with personal experiences heading the list. (Author)

The model described here is composed of five elements: diagnostic procedures, selective review, foundations block, methods block, and professional block. (DS)

Teacher education students balk at theoretical and conceptual study because they do not really understand the necessity for it, and teacher educators frequently have done little to develop that understanding. (DS)

A teacher training program involving student teachers, cooperating classroom teachers, and university-employed supervisors, is described; its problems are outlined, and alternatives are suggested. (DS)

Subjective, aggregate, and individual methods for teacher evaluation are critically analyzed. (DS)

Experts here assess the importance and impact of the law, pointing out that, although it has potential weaknesses, safeguards can be provided with proper monitoring at federal, state, and local levels. (DS)

The response of teacher educators and teacher education institutions to the demands of the Education for All Handicapped Children Act is discussed. (DS)

The socializing effects of the institutional culture of public schools may be the most powerful single influence in the development of teachers, yet the teacher education profession has largely ignored what happens to its students after they leave college. (DS)

This study involving ninth-grade algebra students investigated whether learning in environments identified in previous research as effective (i.e., exhibiting high levels of learner involvement) elicit significantly higher levels of relevant achievement than do ineffective learning environments. (Author)

The program of research summarized in this paper attempts to shed new light on the viability of the protocol concept for teacher education. (DS)

The teacher educator must look for qualities of openmindedness, flexibility, and high moral standards in prospective teachers since maladjusted persons can damage students. (JD)

The enthusiasm of student teachers can develop into mature dedication if their interest is challenged, good examples of the art of teaching are upheld, pride in their skills is encouraged, and they see their work as a valuable contribution to the world. (JD)

Parents' interest and potential support should be encouraged by preparing teachers to work in intelligent partnership with parents. (JD)