Classroom Management and Instruction Competencies for Preparing Elementary and Special Education Teachers

Document Type

Article

Journal/Book Title/Conference

Teaching and Teacher Education

Volume

13

Issue

6

Publication Date

1997

Abstract

Teacher competencies for elementary and special educators in classroom management and instruction from 33 studies are reviewed. While there are similarities between elementary and special education, the competencies reflect clear differences in how the disciplines generally view management and instruction. This review suggests that elementary and special education are two different “educational cultures” and emphasize different aspects of education. Rather than focusing on competencies expected of experienced teachers, teacher preparation programs should identify a detailed core of classroom management and instructional knowledge and practices that will provide a foundation for all teachers' professional development.

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Originally published by Elsevier.

Publisher’s PDF available to USU students and faculty through remote link.

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