9781647286934-2025
Elysia Pyne
Willford Press
English
2025
Education - Education
100
$ 160
Teacher education and professional development are critical pillars in ensuring high-quality education. Teacher education programs provide the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for effective teaching. These programs typically include coursework on pedagogy, subject-specific instruction, classroom management, and educational psychology, coupled with practical experiences through student teaching or internships. Professional development, on the other hand, refers to the ongoing education and training that teachers receive throughout their careers. It is essential for keeping teachers updated with the latest educational research, teaching strategies, technological advancements, and curricular changes. Both teacher education and professional development are vital for fostering reflective practitioners who are capable of adapting to the evolving educational landscape. They empower teachers to improve student outcomes, address diverse learning needs, and implement innovative teaching methods. This book aims to shed light on some of the unexplored aspects of teacher education and professional development. It presents the complex subject of education and professional development of teachers in the most comprehensible and easy to understand language. It will prove to be immensely beneficial to students and researchers in this field.