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Abell, Sandra K.; Leek, Michele H. – Science and Children, 2008
Teacher preparation programs help teachers build a foundation for entering the teaching profession. However, learning to teach science cannot be achieved in a mere four years--it is a lifelong endeavor. Teachers continue to learn new science content and new teaching strategies throughout their careers. As professionals, they consistently update…
Descriptors: Teacher Education, Teaching (Occupation), Science Teachers, Professional Development
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Barta, James; Sanchez, Lucas; Barta, Jacob – Teaching Children Mathematics, 2009
Mathematics consultants from the United States provide ongoing professional development founded on the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics' Principles and Standards for School Mathematics (2000). Consultants provide teachers with sustained, hands-on opportunities to expand their abilities to teach mathematics more effectively. Readers will…
Descriptors: Consultants, Mathematics Teachers, Mathematics Instruction, Teaching Methods
Ngwudike, Benjamin C. – Online Submission, 2009
The purpose of this paper was to examine the cross-national performance of fourth- and eighth-grade students in mathematics on the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) 2003. The TIMSS assessment data were used to identify nations that have a competitive edge in the critical area of mathematics. The Trends in International…
Descriptors: Teacher Education, Teaching (Occupation), Teacher Education Programs, Teacher Persistence