Search results for: Capraro Robert M.

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Mentoring Urban Interns: Amalgamation of Experiences in the Formation of Mathematics Teachers
Authors: Piccolo Diana L., Capraro Mary Margaret, Capraro Robert M.
This study examined eleven K-8 interns’ perceptions of their mathematics mentoring support provided to first-year teacher interns and factors that influenced their ability to teach mathematics. Semi-structured interviews revealed that district and grade-level campus mentors provided the greatest amount of mathematics instruction and pedagogically based support to interns. Three factors most instrumental in developing the ability to teach mathematics were (a) manipulative use, (b) planning of classroom instruction and activities, and (c) execution of the lesson.
Published: 2010
Updated: Feb. 21, 2010
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An Urban Schools-University Partnership that Prepares and Retains Quality Teachers for “High Need” Schools
Authors: Helfeldt John P., Capraro Robert M., Capraro Mary Margaret, Foster Elizabeth, Carter Norvella
This paper describes a full-time teaching internship program, where, in lieu of student teaching, interns serve as classroom teachers in urban area schools. Through a partnership between a university and participating school districts, all interns received intensive mentoring and induction during their first year. The program results indicated, among other things, that there was a 100% retention rate of interns in the teaching profession. Furthermore, there were significant growth in teaching interns' confidence, readiness, and self-efficacy regarding their abilities to teach successfully.
Published: 2009
Updated: Mar. 11, 2009