High quality practica and the integration of theory and practice in initial teacher education

A literature review prepared for the Education Council that you can read on the Education Council website.

Questions the review is addressing: 

1. What are the features of high quality practica that have a positive impact on outcomes for student teachers?

2. What are the features of high quality theory and practice integration within other parts of the ITE programme (course work) that have a positive impact on outcomes for student teachers?

3. What can we learn from other professions about integrating theory and practice in professional education?