Title Professional development for educators /
Authors Rutkauskienė, Danguolė ; Volodzkaitė, Greta ; Malinauskienė, Daiva
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Is Part of BL with Robotics. 2024, Chapter 9, p. 145-161
Keywords [eng] teacher ; professional development ; education
Abstract [eng] Teacher professional development is an essential part of continued growth and flexibility in the fast-changing world of education. This section provides a brief overview of the key role that continuous learning plays in improving teaching effectiveness. Professional development is not just a series of seminars or courses; it is a dynamic and continuous process that allows teachers to develop their skills, and keep up with new pedagogical developments, (Fairman et al., 2023). and meet the diverse demands of today's learners. In a rapidly changing educational environment, teachers need to have the knowledge and tools to tackle new challenges, apply creative teaching methods, and have a positive impact on student achievement. Education is not a static field; it adapts to changes in society, technological advances, and new developments in education. Continuous professional development ensures that teachers keep up with these changes and can adapt their teaching practices to meet the changing demands of students. It is a proactive approach that allows teachers to embrace change and incorporate the latest research and best practices into their teaching methods (Iroda, 2023). Professional development is all about the ability to improve teaching effectiveness. Continuous learning provides educators with useful insights into effective teaching methods, student engagement initiatives, and personalized learning approaches. This, in turn, helps to create dynamic, adaptable classrooms that promote student achievement. In today's schools, pupils come from different backgrounds and have different learning styles. Continuous professional development gives educators the tools they need to respond to this diversity. By understanding the individual needs of each pupil, teachers can adapt their approach and create an inclusive learning environment that maximizes the potential of each pupil (Idrizi et al., 2023). Finally, this chapter provides a basis for further research on teacher professional development. It highlights the importance of continuous learning in the context of the dynamics of education and sees professional development as an essential component of improving teaching effectiveness. As we delve deeper into the following chapters, we will discover the many facets of education, collaboration, and technology integration that contribute to the holistic development of twenty-first-century educators (Kilag et al., 2023).
Type Book part
Language English
Publication date 2024
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