What Analysis Reveals about Teacher Educators’ Understanding of Culturally Responsive Instruction and Translation into Practice

Abstract

This descriptive research study examined the quality of undergraduate coursework and the extent to which teacher educators teach culturally responsive practices to teacher candidates. Six teacher educators completed a survey, content analysis of all course syllabi in the program, and an interview. Findings highlight a mismatch between the teacher educators and the culturally responsive content and pedagogy they intend to teach. This study highlights the need for ongoing culturally responsive faculty professional development.