ABSTRACT
In this chapter, we describe the reform of the teacher education program at the University of Oslo. The aim of the chapter is to share a “case” of teacher education reform, in terms of its components, process, and impact. We outline the components of the teacher education program in relationship to a set of research-based principles of strong teacher education. We also look at the process of the reform and illustrate how a redesign can be accomplished even more effectively by including the voices and perspectives of student teachers themselves. Finally, we present data used to monitor the implementation and progress of the reform. The chapter provides knowledge of what reform efforts in teacher education might look like and lessons to be learned as to which affordances and constraints one may encounter. It also provides knowledge about specific features that can strengthen a five-year integrated teacher education program. This contribution is important, at a time when teacher education in Norway undergoes continuous reforms – and when teacher education internationally is under increased scrutiny, but also attracts more attention and understanding about its key role in a high-quality educational system.
