Foreword – Shirley Lefever; Wichita State University
Introduction – Nancy P. Gallavan and LeAnn G. Putney

Section I: Inspirations and Aspirations of Teacher Educators for Themselves and Their Candidates
Introduction – Nancy P. Gallavan and LeAnn G. Putney
1. Aspirations and Inspirations: The Essence of Being a Teacher Educator
Patrice R. LeBlanc; Nova Southeastern University
2. Teaching, Visioning, and Hope: A Longitudinal Study of One Teacher’s Vision
Seth A. Parsons; George Mason University
Margaret Vaughn; University of Idaho
Alicia Bruyning; George Mason University
Nisreen Daoud; George Mason University
3. Preparing Exceptional Teachers in a Culture of Teacher Evaluation Checklists
Kristin T. Rearden, University of Tennessee
Colleen Gilrane, University of Tennessee
4. How a Community Project Has Brought Us Hope, Courage, and Strength in Our Roles as Teacher Educators
Patricia M. Nugent; Bradley University
Heljä Antola Crowe; Bradley University
Robert Wolfe; Bradley University
Nancy Hinnen; Heart of Illinois United Way
Summary – Nancy P. Gallavan and LeAnn G. Putney

Section II: Inspirations and Aspirations for Teacher Preparation Programs and Possibilities
Introduction – LeAnn G. Putney and Nancy P. Gallavan
5. Advocating for English Language Learners: Innovating Elementary School Teacher Preparation Curricula to Meet the Literacy Needs of All Students
Ashlie Jack; Wichita State University
Gayla Lohfink; Wichita State University
6. Transforming the Dream of Culturally Relevant and Responsive Mathematics Classrooms into Reality
Winnifred Namatovu; Wayne State College
7. Hungry, Homeless, and Hurting: Helping Teacher Candidates Develop a Curriculum of Hope for Today’s Children of PovertyDeborah L. Harris; Florida Atlantic UniversityTraci Baxley; Florida Atlantic University8. The Benefits of Short-Term International Field Experiences for Teacher Candidates
Bianca Prather-Jones; Northern Kentucky University
Summary – LeAnn G. Putney and Nancy P. Gallavan

Section III: Inspirations and Aspirations for New Teachers to Promote Commitment and Continuation
Introduction – Nancy P. Gallavan and LeAnn G. Putney
9. Facilitating School-Based Teacher Learning through a District/University Partnership
Leslie Huling; Texas State University
Marilyn Goodwin; Texas State University
10. New Teacher Perceptions: Impact of an Induction Program on Teaching Standards Proficiency
John C. Gillham; University of Findlay
Nicole V. Williams; University of Findlay
Jon Brasfield; University of Findlay
11. Elementary School Teachers Committed to Teaching Science
Julianne R. Opperman; Maine School Administrative District #51
Catherine Fallona; University of Southern Maine
12. Cultural Competence as Inspiration: An Examination of Korean-American Student Achievement through an Eastern Lens for Teacher Candidates
Wendi J. Otto; Pepperdine University
Summary – Nancy P. Gallavan and LeAnn G. Putney

Section IV: Inspirations and Aspirations to Instill Hope, Courage, and Strength in Teacher Leaders
Introduction – LeAnn G. Putney and Nancy P. Gallavan
13. Influences of Hope in the Journeys of Emerging Leaders Completing an Interdisciplinary Doctoral Program
Nancy P. Gallavan; University of Central Arkansas
Kristy Carter; University of Central Arkansas
Chassidy Cooper; University of Central Arkansas
Amy Thompson; University of Central Arkansas
Sarah E. Argue; University of Central Arkansas
14. Courage in the Classroom: One Way to Get There
Rachelle Meyer Rogers; Baylor University
Douglas W. Rogers; Baylor University
Jason Trumble; University of Central Arkansas
Molly Veselka; Baylor University
15. Visionary Leadership for Freedom: Racial Standpoints in Teacher Preparation
Conra D. Gist; University of Arkansas
16. Inspiring Teacher Candidates to Become Agents of Change and Tomorrow’s Leaders
Jon Yoshioka; University of Hawai‘i at Ma¯noa
Vail Matsumoto; University of Hawai‘i at Ma¯noa
Lori Fulton; University of Hawai‘i at Ma¯noa
Summary – LeAnn G. Putney and Nancy P. Gallavan
Afterword - LeAnn G. Putney and Nancy P. Gallavan