Author(s)

Elizabeth Block, Angelle Hebert, Leah Peterson, Alyson Theriot

Nicholls State University, Thibodaux, LA, USA.

This paper outlines the efforts made by a teacher preparation program to examine the way field experiences are implemented and structured. A retrospective approach is taken to examine the educational preparation provider’s (EPP) current practices and structure field experiences with greater intentionality. A pilot study is designed for the teacher preparation program to align experiences to applicable InTASC standards and better define requirements. Throughout the paper, a strong emphasis is placed on field and clinical practice as an integral part of the preparation of preservice teachers.

Teacher Education, Field Experiences, Clinical Practice, Accreditation Standards, Educator Preparation

Block, E. , Hebert, A. , Peterson, L. and Theriot, A. (2019) An Examination of Field Experiences as They Relate to InTASC Standards: A Retrospective Pilot Study for an Educator Preparation Provider. Creative Education, 10, 1492-1506. doi: 10.4236/ce.2019.107109.