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http://dx.doi.org/10.5934/KJHE.2012.21.1.113

A Preliminary Study of Educational Program for the Professional Development of Early Childhood Pre-service Teachers  

Choi, Hye-Yeong (Dept. of Child Development & Family Studies, Changwon National University)
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Korean Journal of Human Ecology / v.21, no.1, 2012 , pp. 113-128 More about this Journal
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to identify key components in developing educational programs designed to enhance pre-service teachers' professionalism. Key program characteristics identified and implemented through this study are as follows: First, programs should provide opportunities for trainees to reflect on goal identification and setting goals as professional teachers. Second, programs should emphasize the relationship between the pre-service teachers' personal qualities and professional development. Third, programs should include and integrated and holistic approach to integrating content and teaching methodology. Fourth, the program's educational content should unfold in a gradual and sequential manner. Fifth, the program should support a strong relationship between senior teachers and juniors pre-service teachers. Sixth, the program should take advantage of the physical and human resources in the pre-service teacher's community. Seventh, the program should employ circular and formative evaluation of contents and teaching methods as a way of facilitating development and improvement. This study develops and demonstrates an extensive model program that fits these criteria. Also included is discussion related to further studies.
Keywords
Educational program; Early childhood pre-service teachers; Professional developments;
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