Handbook of Research on Science Teacher Education

This comprehensive research handbook provides an essential contemporary overview of the entire landscape of K-12 science teacher development, from initial preparation through ongoing professional learning. The volume delivers critical and concise examinations of how science educators build their knowledge and practices, synthesizing current research across individual learning processes and the programs designed to cultivate teaching expertise. Each chapter systematically reviews existing literature while clearly identifying future directions for the field of science teacher education, making it an invaluable scholarly resource.

What distinguishes this work is its comprehensive scope that addresses the complete professional continuum rather than isolating specific career stages. The research synthesis will prove indispensable for education scholars, graduate students designing research projects, and program developers seeking evidence-based approaches to teacher preparation. By mapping both established findings and emerging frontiers in science educator development, this handbook establishes itself as a foundational reference that will shape the conversation around preparing teachers for contemporary science classrooms.