Jane H. Applegate

Early Field Experiences: POTPOURRI Recurring Dilemmas Jane H. Applegate:

This article reviews dilemmas faced by teacher educators in the conduct of early field experiences. Three types of dilem mas are identified by Applegate: pro grammatic, institutional and personal. Critical questions are identified related to each type of dilemma.

Problems of early field experience students of teaching

Abstract Field experiences provide a time for professional growth and for practicing pedagogical skills. This research investigates two questions related to pre-student teaching field experiences: First, what problems do preservice teachers confront during field placements? Second, what underlying constructs can be inferred from the problem statements of field experience students? Data were collected from 272 early field experience students in a midwestern state. Using factor analysis, the researchers identified and described seven factors that characterize pre-student teacher problems during early field experiences.

Theme Teacher Candidate Selection An Overview

Selection of teacher candidates is cen tral to current debates about improving teacher quality. Applegates overview provides a discussion of four issues that have continued to plague decision mak ...Selection of teacher candidates is cen tral to current debates about improving teacher quality. Applegates overview provides a discussion of four issues that have continued to plague decision mak ers in efforts to make selection into teacher preparation and the profession meaningful: purpose of selection, stan dards and criteria, professional judg ment, and legal and ethical considera tions.

Associate and Assistant Deans of Education: Careers and Responsibilities

Because so little has been documented about assistant and associate deans of education in the face of an apparent increase in their authority and influence, a study was undertaken to find out how people holding these positions view themselves and their roles. Applegate and Book provide a description of the people who have taken these roles, their career development, and their job responsibilities. Questions are raised about preparation for higher education administration and subsequent career development.

The Expectations and Problems of University Supervisors of Early Field Experiences.

abstract Field experiences are an essential component of the teacher education curriculum. Prospective teachers, as part of methods courses and introductory professional educational experiences, are expected to spend time in schools observing and working with teachers and students. Until recently, little was known about the effects and impact of such experiences. This investigation identifies the expectations and problems of university supervisors and complements studies conducted by the authors focusing on the expectations and problems of cooperating teachers and preservice students. Eight expectations and problems factors are described and the implications for structuring field experiences are discussed.