Pre-Service Teachers and Parent Involvement: Using the Child, Family and Schools Course to Inform Practice

Presenter Information

Rachel J. Boit, University of AkronFollow

Abstract

There is consistent evidence suggesting a strong association between parent involvement and student success in school. Therefore, the need for teacher preparation programs to equip pre-service teachers on strategies of working with parents cannot be overlooked. This manuscript discusses a project which assessed the extent to which pre service teachers in a teacher education course gained a deeper understanding of parent involvement through real life experiences working directly with families. The project was completed as part of the requirements for a course offered for pre-service teachers working towards their early childhood licensure.

Recommended Citation

Boit, Rachel J. (2015) "Pre-Service Teachers and Parent Involvement: Using the Child, Family and Schools Course to Inform Practice," Ohio Journal of Teacher Education: Vol. 29: No. 2, Article 6.
Available at: https://www.exhibit.xavier.edu/ojte/vol29/iss2/6