Pedagogies of Practicum: Post-Pandemic Reflections on Innovation in Practice Teaching

Internationally, the practicum is a cornerstone of initial teacher education in preparing preservice teachers to enter the teaching profession. This edited collection expands theory and research in pedagogies of practicum by examining different ways teacher education programs across the globe experienced, modified, and innovated the practicum in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. What have we learned about the limitations of traditional inschool, brick-and-mortar practicum, and to what extent were these limitations challenged by pandemic shift s? Contributions from researchers, program chairs, teacher educators, field coordinators, and faculty supervisors address themes such as virtual practicum programming, emerging technologies that enhance the student teaching experience, and ways to support preservice teachers’ well-being during practicum sessions. Chapters in this unique volume invite teacher education programs to reimagine the field experience post-pandemic.