In this study, we document pre-service teachers' (PSTs) opportunities to learn about planning for equitable and ambitious instruction during clinical placements. We also test whether these opportunities vary by the level of participants' perceived congruence between the vision of science teaching supported in their university coursework and the…

Since 2002, Creative Partnerships, based at the Arts Council of England, has been investing time, energy, and resources to bring artists and schools together. Their goal is to "animate the national curriculum and to enrich school life by making the best use of the United Kingdom's creative wealth." This article concentrates on the…

The services, products, and activities of the Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC) Clearinghouse on Teacher Education are described, and upcoming clearinghouse publications are briefly annotated. (JD)

The role of college of education faculty in public school staff development is discussed. (JD)

In 1978 and 1979, the Texas Research and Development Center for Teacher Education initiated extended discussions, commissioned papers, and sponsored a conference on major topic areas that cut across the teacher education continuum. The planning processes, the conference and its formation, the final report, and national agenda are described. (JN)

Problems faced by a college dean in his first year are described and ways of finding solutions discussed. (JD)

Leadership development requires individuals and groups prepared to support one another for reasons beyond political expediency. (Author)

Four courses of action toward a proactive stance in in-service education are recommended: develop a conceptual framework that relates preservice and in-service education; recognize the role of higher education; provide linkages; and develop a funding and reward system. (JMF)

A comparison is offered between competency-based programs using a consortium model and field-based programs relying on teacher autonomy for use in teacher education programs. (JMF)

Eleven citations from the ERIC data base are offered concerning the cooperation among schools, colleges, and departments of education in the delivery of in-service education to practicing teachers. (JMF)

ERIC citations are listed dealing with cooperative arrangements made by teacher education institutions. These collaborative efforts include arrangements with business and local school districts. (DF)

There is a need for a multiprofession approach to human services undergraduate programs. Because most human service workers in entry level positions function as "teachers," teacher education programs should participate in interdisciplinary approaches and cooperate in developing the best possible curriculum and faculty. (CJ)

The question of collaboration among various constituencies in the area of in-service teachers education is discussed in terms of the governance structure involved, the required negotiation, and obstacles faced. (JMF)

Two beginning teachers were observed in an integrated instruction planning task. Their interpretations were studied when they worked collaboratively and when they worked independently. Data from interviews and field notes indicated that their individual planning lacked decision-choice flexibility and had limited strategy use. When they…

Describes the University of Virginia's Commonwealth Center Invitational Team Case Competition, a yearly activity focusing attention on case-method teaching to encourage reflective thought and action. Teams, who are presented with the same classroom case, compete to analyze the situation effectively and defend their positions. (SM)