A variety of things about teaching, not generally taught in teacher education : an analysis of knowledge gained during the Ball State/Carmel Clay schools pilot teacher education program : an honors thesis (HONRS 499)

This is a discussion of some of the inadequacies found in current teacher education programs. Specific examples of these areas of concern have been gathered during the past year, during my participation in the Ball State University / Carmel Clay Schools pilot program for teacher education. Examples were gathered both from personal experiences and from interviews of various teaching professionals.This paper starts with a forward by the author. Items were organized into major areas of concern. These areas are:TeachingDisciplineCommunicationSpecial NeedsThe UnexpectedExtrasDutiesSupport StaffAdministration.Each area is discussed in detail using specific examples whenever possible.