Host Art Teachers and Their Feedback During Student Teaching Practicum

Abstract

Host teachers’ feedback to student teachers is an important component in the professional development of teachers. Yet, other than anecdotal accounts, little is known about host teachers’ feedback experiences. This qualitative study examined the nature of practice, attitudes and experiences of five Syracuse University art education host teachers with regard to providing feedback to student teachers. Findings show that participants viewed the purpose of feedback as providing support for student teachers’ success. Although host teachers shared common perspectives about the function of feedback, the complex nature of their practice was unique and dynamic. Also noted was the lack of support for time for feedback conferences and Silverstein: Host Art Teachers and Their Feedback During Student Teaching Prac http://ir.uiowa.edu/mzwp/vol2006/iss1/11