The cases presented describe two levels of struggle. One level identifies two student teachers (ST) and their mentors failing to meet one another’s expectations. Another level presents school administration as it seeks to find ways of meeting STs’ needs while maintaining a positive and productive school climate. Relevant research is presented to help guide possible explanations for how these issues can be ameliorated for STs, mentors, and school administrators.
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