Assessing the Development of Professionalism in Teacher Candidates through Mixed Reality

Mixed Reality Simulations (MRS), are evolving, creating potential for improved teacher training. By creating scenarios that immerse learners in real-time teaching situations that would otherwise not be possible, such as a virtual Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meeting, the educational technology transforms teaching and learning and can improve teacher preparation for special education teacher candidates. A recent survey indicates the use of MRS was able to close the preservice to veteran teacher practice gap across several indicators of teacher professionalism.