The current study addresses the efficacy of the tutorial mode of teaching as perceived by alumni who had recently completed a 30-unit Master of Public Administration degree. Their attitudes were quite positive toward the tutorial mode. (Author)

A generic model for a Course-In-Oneself was developed for self-assessment on the basis of valuing participant responsibility for self-awareness and using instruments designed to further self-control and enhance generalization of feelings and behaviors. Pre-post research evaluation suggests that such educational assessment experience does…

This article explores the importance of a class internship program as a potential bridge between the theory of the classroom and an individual internship or the world of practice. (Author)

Presents an overview of the one-year secondary teacher preparation program at Brock University and a critical review of current teacher education practices. The program attempts to provide cohesiveness and continuity by continually integrating theory and practice through steps designed to move from knowledge acquisition to knowledge application.…

Describes TAPE (Theory and Practicum Elementary), an innovative field-based teacher training option at Texas Tech University. Students electing to take the TAPE program can complete all of their professional development courses in a field-based setting. The TAPE program emphasizes the processes of learning. Includes recommendations for planning…