Abstract
Teaching and Teacher Education in South Carolina face particular challenges and opportunities based on our economic, political, and geographic contexts. For example, our state serves an increasingly diverse student population (e.g., race, class, family configuration etc.). The literature and data on this topic worldwide has received considerable attention. We as South Carolina educators not only need to respond to issues in our global community but also to our own local context as indicated by empirical research, theoretical literature, and the narratives of those we serve. This article suggests a possible starting point for dialogue among educators – particularly teacher educators and those who work directly with pre-service teachers. The author analyzes key findings from several key books, articles, and research reports to suggest a starting point for dialogue and invites other educators in our state to engage with her and other colleagues in our state and nation to consider possible solutions and innovations based on our current challenges and opportunities.
Recommended Citation
Powers-Costello, Beth
(2012)
"A Call for Dialogue and New Collaborations: Priorities for Teacher Education in South Carolina for the 21st Century,"
Teacher Education Journal of South Carolina: Vol. 5:
No.
1, Article 4.
Available at:
https://digitalcommons.coastal.edu/tejsc/vol5/iss1/4