Integrating the study of history into the professional formation of beginning teachers

O'Hagan, F. and Davis, R. (2007) Integrating the study of history into the professional formation of beginning teachers. Professional Studies Review, 3(2), pp. 57-75.

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Abstract

Within programmes of initial teacher education, History has traditionally enjoyed a respected status as part of the general formation of all new teachers. In recent years, this status has been seriously questioned and the study of History has faced unprecedented critique. This paper analyses the reasons for this change of attitude towards the study of History in initial teacher education. It then offers a systematic defence of History as a vital component of the general education of teachers because of the unique contribution of the subject to the understanding of key professional issues.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:O'Hagan, Dr Francis and Davis, Professor Robert
Authors: O'Hagan, F., and Davis, R.
College/School:College of Social Sciences > School of Education
College of Social Sciences > School of Education > People, Place & Social Change
Journal Name:Professional Studies Review
Journal Abbr.:PSR
Publisher:St. John's University College of Professional Studies
ISSN:1548-0704

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