Creating Effective Professional Learning Communities for Preservice Teachers during Field Experiences
Abstract: During this roundtable discussion, the researcher/supervising field experience faculty member will share information about three applications that have been integrated into field experiences for preservice teachers. These applications are all free and encourage collaboration and sharing among cohort members (student teachers or interns), aiding in their bonding to create an effective professional learning community (PLC). The researcher will describe the applications and share examples of how they have benefitted students and enriched their field experiences. These applications have also provided the preservice teachers exposure to instructional technology tools that could be easily implemented into their own classrooms. Roundtable participants will be encouraged to share suggestions and or other useful applications.