A role for universities in the induction of teachers? A Scottish case study

O'Brien, J. and Christie, F. (2008) A role for universities in the induction of teachers? A Scottish case study. Journal of In-Service Education, 34(2), pp. 147-163. (doi: 10.1080/13674580802003599)

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Abstract

Scottish universities, with schools of education or equivalent, have gained a significant role in all other areas of the emerging national Framework for Continuing Professional Development, with the exception of the new one‐year Teacher Induction Scheme. However, in the light of renewed political calls for local authorities and universities to act in partnership at all stages of teacher professional development, this paper re‐examines the implications of research carried out on the Induction Scheme, which reveals the limited role played by universities in the induction of newly qualified teachers. The barriers and opportunities faced by universities in seeking a role in the induction and early professional development of teachers are discussed.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:O'Brien, Professor James Paul
Authors: O'Brien, J., and Christie, F.
College/School:College of Social Sciences > School of Education > Professional Learning and Leadership
Journal Name:Journal of In-Service Education
Publisher:Triangle Journals Ltd
ISSN:1367-4587
ISSN (Online):1747-5082

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