Politics and Teacher Education Reform

Abstract

Changing schools and teacher prepara tion programs involves political, economic, social, and educational reform. The rationale for a multifaceted approach to reform is simple according to Corrigan: Education is politics. Furthermore, changes that occur in the future should take into account the close relationship between teachers and teacher educators. Though their respon sibilities are different, their goals and interests are inextricably interwoven. Professional development requires new working relationships. In addition, incen tives must be found to balance the effects of new legislative requirements and to stimulate the career development of high quality teachers.