Bridging the Gap: A Comprehensive Examination of Challenges and Strategies in Preparing LOTE--Spanish Teacher Candidates
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| Title: | Bridging the Gap: A Comprehensive Examination of Challenges and Strategies in Preparing LOTE--Spanish Teacher Candidates |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Edna Velásquez (ORCID |
| Source: | Journal of Hispanic Higher Education. 2026 25(1):74-93. |
| Availability: | SAGE Publications. 2455 Teller Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320. Tel: 800-818-7243; Tel: 805-499-9774; Fax: 800-583-2665; e-mail: journals@sagepub.com; Web site: https://sagepub.com |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 20 |
| Publication Date: | 2026 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Spanish, Language Teachers, Preservice Teachers, Teacher Certification, Second Language Instruction, Language Tests, Licensing Examinations (Professions), Teacher Education Programs, Rural Colleges, Test Coaching |
| Geographic Terms: | Texas |
| DOI: | 10.1177/15381927251329278 |
| ISSN: | 1538-1927 1552-5716 |
| Abstract: | This study addresses the gap between Hispanic K-12 students and teachers in Texas by examining the challenges faced by LOTE -- Spanish teacher candidates. With certification exam pass rates ranging from 40% to 53%, targeted preparation materials and practice modules were developed to enhance performance. The study emphasizes the need for a second methodology course and improved academic writing skills for teacher candidates, aiming to better support pre-service teachers and improve certification outcomes. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2026 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1492972 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | This study addresses the gap between Hispanic K-12 students and teachers in Texas by examining the challenges faced by LOTE -- Spanish teacher candidates. With certification exam pass rates ranging from 40% to 53%, targeted preparation materials and practice modules were developed to enhance performance. The study emphasizes the need for a second methodology course and improved academic writing skills for teacher candidates, aiming to better support pre-service teachers and improve certification outcomes. |
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| ISSN: | 1538-1927 1552-5716 |
| DOI: | 10.1177/15381927251329278 |
