Teachers need teachers

Michelle Glerum Arizona State University

Abstract

This qualitative case study explores the experience of three first-year English language arts educators within a small community of practice designed to provide personal and professional support for beginning teachers. The participants engaged in a 6-week session where weekly meetings focused on participant experiences and English language arts pedagogy during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Writing and Pedagogy
Published
2023-08-16
DOI
10.1558/wap.24398
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