Materials on Teacher Beliefs in the ERIC Database

Abstract

A review of the literature on teacher beliefs in the ERIC database reveals studies on the develop ment of beliefs about teaching in preservice and inservice teachers; data on contrasts of the beliefs of student teachers and experienced classroom teachers; analyses of factors and programs which bring about changes (desired or forced by circumstances) in teachers' beliefs; and discussion of the effects of teachers' beliefs about the subjects they teach on their effectiveness in the classroom. Ar ticles and ERIC Documents in the following bibliography were selected to provide examples of the wide range of information available in the database on teacher beliefs. The journals cited in this bibliography are available at most research libraries. The documents can be read at 750 microfiche collections located in libraries, educational organizations, and school districts. Documents can also be ordered through the ERIC Document Reproduction Service (EDRS, 3900 Wheeler Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22304-5110; call (800) 227-3742 for price and order infor mation). For a list of ERIC collections in your area or for information on submitting documents to ERIC, contact the ERIC Clearinghouse on Teacher Education, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 610, Washington, DC 20036; or call (202) 293-2450.