This book clearly defines the role of cooperating teachers and guides them through their responsibilities. From preparing for the arrival of the student teacher through the writing of the letter of recommendation, the cooperating teacher learns how to create an environment that will maximize the growth of the student teacher.

This book clearly defines the role of cooperating teachers and guides them through their responsibilities. From preparing for the arrival of the student teacher through the writing of the letter of recommendation, the cooperating teacher learns how to create an environment that will maximize the growth of the student teacher.

Little time? Big responsibility If you are a cooperating teachers hosting a student teacher (or a curious college supervisor or clinical field director), this book is the quick reference tool that you need. We like to say, "It's the little instruction book that should have come with your student teacher " It provides comprehensive direction that you need to prepare for your student teacher's arrival and the initial weeks. It includes essential information in an easy-reading, handy format. With key advice from experienced teacher educators sprinkled with gems of research, you will understand...

Little time? Big responsibility If you are a cooperating teacherhosting a student teacher, this book is the quick reference tool that you need. We like to say, It s the little instruction book that should come with your student teacher It provides direction that you need to enhance your observational strategies and maximize professional communication with your student teacher. It includes essential information in an easy-reading, handy format. With key advice from experienced teacher educators, you will understand the coaching aspect of your supervisory role to use successfully throughout...

Little time? Big responsibility If you are a cooperating teacherhosting a student teacher, this book is the quick reference tool that you need. We like to say, It s the little instruction book that should come with your student teacher It answers many questions about the evaluation process, the final conference, and the elements of the letter of recommendations. Problematic situations and legal aspects are also addressed. It includes essential information in an easy-reading, handy format. With key advice from experienced teacher educators, you will understand the evaluation aspect of your...