Challenges, Issues, Solutions for Teaching in the 21st Century
Internationalisation of teacher training is a major challenge in the 21st century. For universities, university colleges and schools, internationalisation is now more important than ever. This publication considers a variety of perspectives related to internationalisation and explores aspects such as diversity, globalisation, interculturality, multilingualism, political education, and in particular, sustainable development. This publication presents 22 diverse contributions. Nevertheless, the contributions share a common base: They all refer to teacher education, sustainability and challenges of educational interest for the advancement of internationalisation in education.
Internationalisation of teacher training is a major challenge in the 21st century. For universities, university colleges and schools, internationalisation is now more important than ever.
Advancing teacher preparation to full adoption of technology infusion is no small undertaking. Written by 20 experts in the teacher preparation field, Championing Technology Infusion in Teacher Preparation provides research- and practice-based direction for teacher preparation faculty, administrators, PK-12 school partners and other stakeholders who support programwide technology infusion in teacher preparation. Such organizational change involves almost every individual and system involved in teacher preparation. Topics addressed include: systemic planning and readiness of college-level leadership; programwide, iterative candidate experiences across courses and clinical work; technology use and expectations for teachers and students in PK-12 settings; strategies to support induction of new teachers in PK-12 settings; models for effective candidate and program evaluation; and much more. This book will help leaders and teacher educators in preparation programs plan and support the developmental needs of teacher candidates as they learn how to teach with technology. With action steps and "getting started resources" in each chapter, the book is well-adapted for study and planning by collaborative leadership teams at colleges and schools of education.
This book will help leaders and teacher educators in preparation programs plan and support the developmental needs of teacher candidates as they learn how to teach with technology.
Times have never been tougher for teachers and teacher development has never been more important. Changes in curriculum, management and funding; demands for increased accountability through new forms of inspection; pressure from meeting the individual needs of pupils - all heighten personal and organisational stress. This book identifies the needs of teachers for personal support and professional development and sets out guidelines for meeting these needs. Each chapter focuses on different aspects of the needs of teachers and are written by acknowledged experts in the areas concerned. Each chapter draws on educational research and teaching experience to make practical suggestions for advancing support and development, in ways which enhance and improve school life for teachers and pupils.
Teaching is a profession which is so enormous and so packed with significance that the issues related to it have a consistently high ranking with members of society in virtually every public opinion poll. These issues include multicultural education, teacher training and accreditation, burnout, teaching under conditions particular to a world-wide certain country, student behaviour and preparation, computers in the classroom, parental influence on the teaching process, the changing curriculum and its meaning for teaching, budgetary problems, and a multitude of similar issues. This book presents current issues and information in this field from educators and researchers around the globe.
Empower teacher leaders through the power of case study Many teachers are looking for the training and support they need to become leaders. Like having a conversation with a successful teacher leader, this practical guide will help teachers strengthen their leadership skills, optimize student learning, and enhance the profession. Research shows that case study is the most effective training method, and this book provides: 16 compelling case studies that cover a broad range of leadership experiences Explicit guidance on using case writing and case analysis to enrich teachers’ professional learning A facilitator’s guide with discussion questions for each case study
Research confirms that the best way to become an effective teacher leader is through case study, and this book provides: 16 compelling case studies that cover a broad range of leadership experiences Explicit guidance on using case writing ...
In recent years there has been a new mood in teacher education. The emphasis is on professional studies, on encouraging trainee teachers to think intelligently about how to tackle problems of the classroom.This book surveys the developments which are taking it further in both Britain and North America. It goes on to argue the case for consolidating the new approach in a thoughtful, structured and comprehensive way. It argues that teacher education should be regarded as a discipline in its own right; that teacher education should be increasingly school focused and problem-centered; that it needs to blend theory more effectively with practice. It argues that teacher training programmes should prepare teachers for an uncertain future in a changing world. This calls for an emphasis on process rather than content in programmes and the preparing of teachers who are self-directed.
The emphasis is on professional studies, on encouraging trainee teachers to think intelligently about how to tackle problems of the classroom.This book surveys the developments which are taking it further in both Britain and North America.
Teachers from further and higher education are rarely considered together. This book explores the differences and similarities that exist between these groups. It provides an up-to-date account of developments and brings together arguments and debates about both groups of teachers to challenge some strongly held beliefs. Focusing on aspects of teachers' professionalism, Jocelyn Robson considers what 'professionalism' may mean and ways in which 'professionalism' has been studied. She goes on to consider: professional standards, training and qualifications professional identities and communities opportunities and strategies for professional development and renewal key debates in the literature and the most significant policy developments the main challenges currently facing the teaching profession in further and higher education.
Teachers from further and higher education are rarely considered together. This book explores the differences and similarities that exist between these groups.
With an emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) training, Teacher Learning in the Digital Age examines exemplary models of online and blended teacher professional development, including information on the structure and design of each model, intended audience, and existing research and evaluation data. From video-based courses to just-in-time curriculum support platforms and MOOCs for educators, the cutting-edge initiatives described in these chapters illustrate the broad range of innovative programs that have emerged to support preservice and in-service teachers in formal and informal settings. “As teacher development moves online,” the editors argue, “it’s important to ask what works and what doesn’t and for whom,” They address these questions by gathering the feedback of many of the top researchers, developers, and providers working in the field today. Filled with abundant resources, Teacher Learning in the Digital Age reveals critical lessons and insights for designers, researchers, and educators in search of the most efficient and effective ways to leverage technology to support formal, as well as informal, teacher learning.
The book reveals critical lessons and insights for designers, researchers, and educators in search of the most efficient and effective ways to leverage technology to support teacher learning. “Teacher Learning in the Digital Age is a ...
Local Insight with Lessons for the Global Community
This book explores global issues in the professional development of science teachers, and considers classroom applications of teacher training with a comparative lens. The twelve studies collected in this volume span five continents and vastly differing models of teacher education. Carefully detailing the social and cultural contexts for the teaching of science, this is a guidebook for anyone concerned with equity and reform in professional development.
This book explores global issues in the professional development of science teachers, and considers classroom applications of teacher training with a comparative lens.
