This study examines the experiences of teachers enrolled in an online certificate program for K-12 online teaching. Participants blogged weekly regarding their experiences developing and facilitating an online course. Qualitative analysis of the data shows that teachers face many challenges in developing and facilitating an online course; however,…

A program is described that features an integrated course sequence and a continuous field-based experience. It focuses intensively on the individual needs and growth of the prospective physical education teacher. The primary components of the program are interrelated and designed to ensure that relevant content appears concurrently and…

Recognizing the inadequate supply of teachers willing to work with disadvantaged students, this project sought to dissipate the stereotypes and misconceptions of disadvantaged people held by prospective teachers. To accomplish this, four design and evaluation conferences were held to plan clinical experiences for prospective teachers and to…