ERIC Number: EJ989519
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2012
Pages: 7
Abstractor: As Provided
Reference Count: 15
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ISSN: ISSN-0196-786X
University School of Education Promoting Diversity Awareness and Initiatives
Freeman, Greta; Izzard, Marilyn; Faulkner, Rebecca; Charles, Jim
Professional Educator, v36 n1 Spr 2012
An abundance of research confirms preservice teachers are unprepared to work with diverse populations. This article describes an education program's efforts to support diversity initiatives and provide information and hands-on training to prepare teacher candidates for future work with the diversity they will encounter. Explanations of programs, coursework, professional development, and current and supportive literature are included.
Descriptors: Cultural Pluralism, Laboratory Schools, Preservice Teachers, Academic Achievement, College Faculty, Higher Education, Professional Development
Truman Pierce Institute. 108 Ramsay Building, Auburn University, Auburn, AL 36849-5218. Tel: 334-844-4488; Fax: 334-844-5785; e-mail: educate@auburn.edu; Web site: http://www.theprofessionaleducator.org/
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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