ABSTRACT
This paper analyzed the practicum experience of the Master in Teaching degree of the University of Cantabria (Spain) from the perspective of university supervisors and students. Its objective was to put into dialogue the conceptions of both groups and anticipate some guidelines for improvement. A qualitative methodology has been used in a case study in the 2017-2018 academic year. The sample consisted of 12 participants and the techniques for gathering information included in-depth interviews and document analysis. The results show that students tend to have professionalizing conceptions of practicum in contrast with the formative orientation for supervisors. Likewise, different strategies are analyzed to favor more reflexive practices. In addition, we reflect on some limitations of the current evaluation system. Finally, the need to set up more collaborative practices between the university supervisor, the school tutor and the students is discussed.
KEYWORDS:
practicum; mentoring; reflection; collaborative assessment
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