Exploring Rationale Development as Intellectual Professional Development for Experienced Social Studies Teachers.

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Title:	Exploring Rationale Development as Intellectual Professional Development for Experienced Social Studies Teachers.
Authors:	Hawley, Todd¹, Jordan, Adam²
Source:	Journal of Thought. Fall/Winter2014, Vol. 49 Issue 3/4, p2-12. 11p.
Subject Terms:	Social science teachers, Teacher development, Social sciences education, Career development, *Learning, Professionalism
Abstract:	The article explores the potential of rationale development to provide intellectual professional development to social studies teachers. Topics discussed include the idea that purpose matters in teaching social studies and the connection between a teacher's developing sense of purpose and student's learning. Also presented is the role of the rationale development process in improving professionalism.
Database:	Education Research Complete

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Abstract:	The article explores the potential of rationale development to provide intellectual professional development to social studies teachers. Topics discussed include the idea that purpose matters in teaching social studies and the connection between a teacher's developing sense of purpose and student's learning. Also presented is the role of the rationale development process in improving professionalism.
ISSN:	00225231