Abstract
The nationwide shortage of teachers is having a profound impact on schools across the country. In addition, many teacher candidates are entering the profession without adequate preparation to effectively work with MLs, potentially exacerbating challenges faced by this student population. One innovative approach to teacher preparation is the implementation of Grow Your Own (GYO) programs. This study contributes to the growing body of literature on GYO programs by focusing on the self-efficacy of secondary mainstream teacher candidates in teaching MLs. This mixed-methods study collected data throughout a course centered on research-based instructional practices for MLs. The Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test was utilized to analyze quantitative data and Lichtman’s 3Cs analysis for qualitative data. These findings have significant implications for policy development, program enhancement, and can be easily replicated by other EPPs.
Recommended Citation
Nelms, A. (2025). Transforming future classrooms: Exploring mainstream candidates’ self-efficacy. Journal of English Learner Education. (17)1.
Retrieved from https://stars.library.ucf.edu/jele/vol17/iss1/3
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