Examining the relationship between internship experiences, teaching enthusiasm, and teacher self-efficacy when using a mobile portfolio app

Abstract Teaching internships constitute a core part of teacher education. However, it is unclear how internship experiences can be enhanced with digital technologies to foster teacher professional development. In two experimental studies, we examined the relationship between internship experiences, the development of teaching enthusiasm and teacher self-efficacy when using a mobile portfolio app during teaching internships. Results show a positive effect of internship experiences on teaching enthusiasm and self-efficacy. However, the use of the mobile app increased teaching enthusiasm only when student teachers worked with their mentors. These results contribute to the relationship between mobile-enhanced internship experiences and teacher effectiveness factors.