The Effect of a Clinical Field Experience Model on Pre-Service Music Teacher’s Occupational Identity

Authors

Nicola F. Mason, Eastern Kentucky University
Christine P. Carucci, Eastern Kentucky University

Abstract

The effect of a clinical field experience model (CFE) on pre-service music teacher’s occupational identity was studied.Pre-service music teachers completed a researcher-designed Clinical Field Experience Survey administered at the completion of 40 hours of CFE each semester for two years. Results from study indicated that prior musical experience was a strong indicator of occupational identity, and was further driven by the desire to work with a particular grade level or specific field of music education. Moderate correlation was found between pre-service teacher’s levels of satisfaction with their CFE and current occupational identity. Results support use of a clinical field experience model in conjunction with appropriately aligned pedagogy courses in providing rich, contextual learning to teacher training programs in music education.

Recommended Citation

Mason, Nicola F. and Carucci, Christine P. (2018) "The Effect of a Clinical Field Experience Model on Pre-Service Music Teacher’s Occupational Identity," Journal of Excellence in College Teaching and Learning: Vol. 15, Article 7.
Available at: https://encompass.eku.edu/kjectl/vol15/iss1/7