ERIC Number: ED574563
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Publication Date: 2016
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Self-Reported Learning from Co-Teaching Primary Science Lessons to Peers at University
Hudson, Peter; Nykvist, Shaun; Mukherjee, Michelle
Online Submission, Education Reform Journal v1 n2 p34-48 2016
Universities are challenged continuously in reviews to improve teacher education, which includes providing substantial theory-practice connections for undergraduates. This study investigated second year preservice teachers' (n = 48) self-reported learning as a result of co-teaching primary science to their peers within the university setting. From extended written responses and observations of teaching practice, data indicated learning around the following themes: lesson implementation, content knowledge, teaching strategies, confidence to teach, questioning skills, grade appropriateness of content, time management, and how to critically observe co-teaching. The co-teaching episodes within the university setting were emphasised as a way to build confidence and as development of plausible science lessons for implementation in authentic primary classrooms. Co-teaching primary science to peers scaffolds the development of teaching skills and practices through dual roles as both teachers and student recipients.
Descriptors: Elementary School Science, Team Teaching, Preservice Teachers, Preservice Teacher Education, Peer Teaching, College Students, Self Disclosure (Individuals), Observation, Theory Practice Relationship, Lesson Plans, Curriculum Implementation, Self Efficacy, Pedagogical Content Knowledge, Questioning Techniques, Integrated Curriculum, Foreign Countries, Statistical Analysis
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education; Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Australia
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