Life Histories of Latino/a Teacher Candidates

Mary L. Gomez, Terri L. Rodriguez, Vonzell Agosto

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Abstract

In this article we explore the life histories of two Latino/a prospective elementary teachers in a large Midwestern university; examine their knowledge, strengths and needs as teachers, and consider how teacher educators might capitalize on these. We explore how these prospective teachers' prior family, home, K-12 schooling, and university experiences have forged their identities and affected how they think about campus peers and classroom colleagues, and their obligations to their students.
Original languageAmerican English
JournalTeachers College Record
Volume110
StatePublished - 2008

Keywords

  • Latino
  • Teacher Education

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