The research literature indicates lack of clarity and agreement about the role of 'associate teachers'—teachers who supervise teacher education students during their practicum. This study of a group of associate teachers revealed that they found their role satisfying and gave student teachers a considerable amount of support, feedback and direction. However, they often seemed to be rather 'tough' on the student teachers, limiting their freedom to innovate, giving them a very heavy workload and generating in them a considerable amount of anxiety. The study suggests the need for joint inquiry with associate teachers to establish a clear conception of teaching and learning, a conception which can guide the ongoing development of the pre-service programme and be modelled by associate teachers and university faculty in their relationships with student teachers.
Associate Teachers in Pre-service Education: Clarifying and enhancing their role
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