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Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2006
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A Technology Supported Induction Network for Rural Student Teachers
Fry, Sara Winstead
Rural Educator, v27 n2 p1-10 Win 2006
Student teaching is a challenging period for preservice teachers as they make the transition from preparation to practice. Support from mentor teachers and university personnel can make this time easier, helping preservice teachers successfully integrate educational theory into their practice. Because of logistical, financial, and personnel limitations, many student teachers with rural placements receive inadequate support. The Technology Supported Induction Network (TSIN) was developed to address these issues by providing support and ongoing professional learning opportunities for preservice teachers through distance technology. A qualitative case study was used to investigate the TSIN's impact on elementary level student teachers. Results indicate that the TSIN's two primary components, a discussion board and compressed video sessions, served different supportive roles. Recommendations for future programs utilizing technology as a way to enhance the preparation of student teachers or provide induction for inservice teachers in rural schools are also discussed.
Descriptors: Student Teaching, Student Teachers, Rural Schools, Mentors, College School Cooperation, Educational Technology, Beginning Teacher Induction, College Faculty, Cooperating Teachers, Distance Education, Computer Uses in Education, Case Studies, Elementary School Teachers, Instructional Effectiveness, Videotape Recordings, Computer Mediated Communication, Discussion Groups, Internet
National Rural Education Association. Rural Educator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 Maryland Parkway Box 453002, Las Vegas, NV 89154-3002. Tel: 702-895-3478; Fax: 702-895-3492; e-mail: ruraleducator@ccmail.nevada.edu; Web site: http://www.unlv.edu/journals/ruraleducator/
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Elementary Education; Higher Education
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Language: English
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