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Research into practice: changing beliefs and reconsidering assumptions.(Report)
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Journal of Research in Childhood Education
- Article date:
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March 22, 2008
- Author:
- Harlin, Rebecca P.
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This issue of the Journal of Research in Childhood Education presents studies that examine some of educators' past assumptions regarding the impact of beliefs and assumptions about children's learning, assessment, and teachers' professional development. The first study challenges the reader to rethink policies, identification, and instructional accommodations for children with learning disabilities who may also be gifted. The second study highlights changes in teacher preparation programs that may confront teachers' preconceptions and shape their beliefs about the English language learners in their future classrooms. In the third study, the authors demonstrate that teacher ...