Improving Teacher Quality: Ideological Perspectives and Policy Prescriptions.

Lasley, Thomas J., II; Bainbridge, William L.; Berry, Barnett

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Publication Date: 2002

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Improving Teacher Quality: Ideological Perspectives and Policy Prescriptions.

Lasley, Thomas J., II; Bainbridge, William L.; Berry, Barnett

Educational Forum, v67 n1 p14-25 Fall 2002

Reviews ideological debates over teacher education, the possible effects of professionalization, and chief criticisms of teacher education programs: incoherent curriculum, generic preparation, out-of-touch faculty, ideological influences, and institutional ineffectiveness. Outlines specific recommendations for teacher educators, school administrators, and policy makers to improve teacher quality. (Contains 32 references.) (SK)

Descriptors: Alternative Teacher Certification, Educational Policy, Higher Education, Ideology, Public Policy, Teacher Education Programs, Teacher Effectiveness

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Language: English

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