Professional Identities in Initial Teacher Education: The Narratives and Questions of Teacher Agency

Professional Identities in Initial Teacher Education: The Narratives and Questions of Teacher Agency

by Denise Mifsud (Author), Denise Mifsud (Author)

Synopsis

This book explores the perception, construction and performance of professional identities in initial teacher education (ITE). Drawn from a collection of narrative data from postgraduate students, the author explores these topics through school placement, career choice motivations, the attractiveness of the teaching profession, the presentation of personal and professional selves, and professional standards. The findings of this study can be applied across both European and global dimensions. The use of narrative methodology for data collection, in addition to the implementation of various theoretical frameworks, ensures that the book holds a wide appeal. Interweaving theory with personal experiences, this reflective book will appeal to students and scholars of ITE, as well as early career researchers and practitioners.

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 246
Edition: 1st ed. 2018
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
Published: 23 May 2018

ISBN 10: 3319761730
ISBN 13: 9783319761732

Author Bio
Denise Mifsud is the Gozo College Principal within the Ministry for Education and Employment, Malta, and an independent education researcher and consultant. She is also an Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.