Tech Prep and the Rural Context

This article addresses the implementation of tech prep in rural schools. Literature is cited that notes a common urban bias of federal and state legislative efforts. Even though schools in small towns serve over one-third of the students in the United States, a relatively minor amount of research has been conducted on their behalf. This paper highlights reflections of rural teachers involved in the implementation of tech prep. Their comments provide insights into the thoughts and feelings of teachers actively engaged in implementing tech prep in rural settings.