The Road Less Travelled: Alternative Pathways for Teacher Candidates.

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Title: The Road Less Travelled: Alternative Pathways for Teacher Candidates.
Alternate Title: Une voie moins fréquentée : parcours alternatifs vers la profession enseignante.
Authors: Power, Rob1, Gimbert, Belinda2, Cristol, Dean3, Hambrock, Helga4,5
Source: International Journal of E-Learning & Distance Education. 2025, Vol. 40 Issue 2, p1-41. 41p.
Subject Terms: *Online education, *Educational equalization, *Teacher education, *Universities & colleges, *Educational programs, *Bachelor's degree, Participation
Geographic Terms: Canada
Abstract (English): Teacher preparation in Canada and the United States has traditionally relied on residency-based degree programs which often exclude candidates who are unable to leave their communities or jobs for multi-year, on-campus training. This research examined the effectiveness of an alternative online teacher preparation model. Cape Breton University's accelerated online Bachelor of Education program, launched in 2024, expanded access for underserved candidates. Quality assurance metrics indicated that the online format and accelerated pace of Cape Breton University's program did not negatively impact the academic or professional success of its graduates compared to those from traditional programs. The findings underscore that online pathways are equally effective and promote greater equity and access in the teaching profession. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Abstract (French): La formation des enseignants au Canada et aux États-Unis repose traditionnellement sur des programmes diplômants en présentiel, de type résidentiel, qui excluent souvent les candidats dans l'impossibilité de quitter leur communauté ou leur emploi pour suivre une formation universitaire sur campus sur plusieurs années. Cette recherche examine l'efficacité d'un modèle alternatif de formation des enseignants entièrement en ligne. Le programme accéléré de baccalauréat en éducation en ligne de la Cape Breton University, lancé en 2024, a permis d'élargir l'accès à la formation pour des candidats issus de publics sous-desservis. Les indicateurs d'assurance qualité montrent que le format en ligne et le rythme accéléré du programme de la Cape Breton University n'ont pas eu d'incidence négative sur la réussite académique ou professionnelle de ses diplômés, comparativement à ceux issus de programmes traditionnels. Les résultats soulignent que les parcours de formation en ligne sont tout aussi efficaces et contribuent à promouvoir une plus grande équité et un meilleur accès à la profession enseignante. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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Abstract:Teacher preparation in Canada and the United States has traditionally relied on residency-based degree programs which often exclude candidates who are unable to leave their communities or jobs for multi-year, on-campus training. This research examined the effectiveness of an alternative online teacher preparation model. Cape Breton University's accelerated online Bachelor of Education program, launched in 2024, expanded access for underserved candidates. Quality assurance metrics indicated that the online format and accelerated pace of Cape Breton University's program did not negatively impact the academic or professional success of its graduates compared to those from traditional programs. The findings underscore that online pathways are equally effective and promote greater equity and access in the teaching profession. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
ISSN:22928588
DOI:10.55667/10.55667/ijede.2025.v40.i2.1384