PUPIL PERCEPTIONS OF THE TEACHER-EDUCATION PRACTICUM - THE RESULTS OF2 SURVEYS ADMINISTERED IN A MELBOURNE INDEPENDENT SECONDARY-SCHOOL

Two surveys were administered to pupils enrolled in an independent sec ondary school in Melbourne, Australia. The first instrument, completed by seventy-four pupils from three year levels, comprised a series of specific statements. The second instrument, completed by twelve pupils from one year level, consisted of four open-ended questions. A majori ty of pupils were found to have a clear understanding of the purpose a nd nature of teaching practice, and particular role expectations for v arious personnel involved in it. The implications for school-based tea cher education programs are discussed