This literature review identifies, summarises, and critiques the research undertaken in initial teacher education in New Zealand over the past decade.
Most of the research selected for the review was based on qualitative and/or quantitative empirical data from student teachers, teacher educators, principals, associate teachers and beginning teachers. It was found that much of the research was unpublished and small scale, conducted by the teacher education sector for the purpose of informing practice.
The literature review and annotated bibliography identifies areas where teacher educators have focused, and offers suggestions for the development of this emerging and important area of research.
Purpose
The primary purpose of this project is to analyse New Zealand research about initial teacher education, and present findings in the form of an annotated bibliography and a literature review of initial teacher education in New Zealand from 1993 to the present. It is intended that the findings will inform future policy and practice and identify key areas for further research.