Redefining Teacher Education and Teacher Preparation Programs in the Post-COVID-19 Era
Redefining Teacher Education and Teacher Preparation Programs in the Post-COVID-19 Era

Author: Bull, Prince Hycy

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2021-12-17

Total Pages: 281

ISBN-13: 1799883000

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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, teacher preparation programs modified their practices to fit the delivery modes of school districts while developing new ways to prepare candidates. Governmental agencies established new guidelines to fit the drastic shift in education caused by the pandemic, and P-12 school systems made accommodations to support teacher education candidates. The pandemic disrupted all established systems and norms; however, many practices and strategies emerged in educator preparation programs that will have a lasting positive impact on P-20 education and teacher education practices. Such practices include the reevaluation of schooling practices with shifts in engagement strategies, instructional approaches, technology utilization, and supporting students and their families. Redefining Teacher Education and Teacher Preparation Programs in the Post-COVID-19 Era provides relevant, innovative practices implemented across teacher education programs and P-20 settings, including delivery models; training procedures; theoretical frameworks; district policies and guidelines; state, national, and international standards; digital design and delivery of content; and the latest empirical research findings on the state of teacher education preparation. The book showcases best practices used to shape and redefine teacher education through the COVID-19 pandemic. Covering topics such as online teaching practices, simulated teaching experiences, and emotional learning, this text is essential for preservice professionals, paraprofessionals, administrators, P-12 faculty, education preparation program designers, principals, superintendents, researchers, students, and academicians.

Collaborative Models and Frameworks for Inclusive Educator Preparation Programs
Collaborative Models and Frameworks for Inclusive Educator Preparation Programs

Author: Sande, Beverly

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2022-07-15

Total Pages: 275

ISBN-13: 1668434458

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The intricacies of providing quality education for school-age children can best be realized through collaboration between practitioners. This same ideology has infiltrated education preparation programs, encouraging the emphasis on collaborative methodologies of program design, development, implementation, and evaluation. This context presents a huge challenge for many education preparation programs, but one that has been partially realized in some states through large-scale reform models. Collaborative Models and Frameworks for Inclusive Educator Preparation Programs provides relevant theoretical frameworks and the latest empirical research findings in collaborative strategies in educator preparation programs and addresses the impact on accreditation and changes in policies as a result of large-scale collaborative models. Covering topics such as education reforms, social justice, teacher education, and literacy instruction, this reference work is ideal for teachers, instructional designers, administrators, curriculum developers, policymakers, researchers, scholars, academicians, practitioners, and students.

Preparing Faculty for Technology Dependency in the Post-COVID-19 Era
Preparing Faculty for Technology Dependency in the Post-COVID-19 Era

Author: Bawa, Papia

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2022-02-04

Total Pages: 283

ISBN-13: 1799892379

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To cope with the pandemic, many educational institutions in the United States have resorted to emergency remote teaching (ERT). Distance/online learning is a complex process in terms of the design, analysis, and time taken to develop and implement courses and programs. Having been around for decades, it has evolved and morphed into a multidimensional procedure that needs meticulous planning, evolution, and evaluation. It provides meaningful learning experiences to students who may not otherwise have the option to attend college. Students of distance/online courses and programs usually choose to join voluntarily, and designers of such programs purposefully plan for them to be online from the start. In contrast, ERT is an emergency/crisis-based need to move teaching and learning to alternative environments until the crisis is averted or ended. Preparing Faculty for Technology Dependency in the Post-COVID-19 Era is a comprehensive guide that focuses on preparing pre-service teachers, in-service teachers, and higher education faculty to harness technology dependence in an emergency remote teaching era by discussing current and post-pandemic preparedness. Covering a wide range of topics such as digital reality, teacher preparedness, and technology dependency, this book is crucial for educators, administrators, pre-service teachers, researchers, academicians, and students.

Practices and Perspectives of Teaching and Teacher Education in Africa
Practices and Perspectives of Teaching and Teacher Education in Africa

Author: Boadu, Gideon

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2023-09-25

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13: 1668477238

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Teacher education is a known variable that impacts the quality of teaching and schooling, yet while research on practices in teaching and teacher education abound in other contexts, there seems to be no comprehensive reference work on teaching and teacher education in Africa. With Africa and the diaspora boasting rich, diverse political and educational contexts and practices, this gap in knowledge requires that attention be focused on investigating issues that shape the pace, course, and direction of teaching and teacher education in these contexts. Practices and Perspectives of Teaching and Teacher Education in Africa facilitates scholarly discussions among scholars and practitioners about practices, innovations, and future possibilities for educating the next generation of competent students and teachers in Africa. Covering topics such as educational reforms, equity, career progression, and curriculum development, this major reference work is ideal for administrators, industry professionals, researchers, academicians, scholars, practitioners, instructors, and students.

Innovations in Teacher Development, Personalized Learning, and Upskilling the Workforce
Innovations in Teacher Development, Personalized Learning, and Upskilling the Workforce

Author: Chakravarti, Sriya

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2023-07-03

Total Pages: 257

ISBN-13: 1668455196

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The time has come to refine the education ecosystem in such a way that it generates wealth-creating careers, personalized learning, and upskilling for all types of employment opportunities so that the current and next generation of the world can find long-term social stability, sound mental health, and financial agility. From an educator’s point of view, this is possible through high-quality education that is relevant to a particular society and effective educational policies that promote a culture of innovation, encourage risk-taking, and continuously monitor productivity through the training and development of teachers. Innovations in Teacher Development, Personalized Learning, and Upskilling the Workforce disseminates the best practices on high-quality education, teaching training, teacher/student entrepreneurship, and wealth-generating careers. It presents information on refining education through teacher development sessions and training. Covering topics such as capacity building, personalized learning, and teacher trainee development, this book is an excellent resource for educators and administrators of K-12 and higher education, academic advisors, preservice teachers, teacher educators, policymakers, librarians, researchers, and academicians.

Integrating TPACK and CALL in English Language Teaching
Integrating TPACK and CALL in English Language Teaching

Author: Alotumi, Mohialdeen

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2023-08-25

Total Pages: 271

ISBN-13: 1668485478

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Teaching English, or any other language, in the 21st century requires teachers to be competent in using computer-assisted language learning (CALL) to alleviate learning of subject matter and assess methods of instruction in different contexts. To be CALL competent, English as a foreign language (EFL) teachers should have acquired the seven subdomains of technological, pedagogical, and content knowledge (TPACK) regarding their subject matter before going into their teaching practice. As the learning environment evolves, technology plays a crucial role, so EFL teachers need to be well-prepared to deal with it. Therefore, English language teacher education (ELTE) should bear the onus of acquainting student teachers with all the necessary knowledge domains connecting content, pedagogy, and technology. Integrating TPACK and CALL in English Language Teaching presents the EFL context of the world and examines the underpinnings of ELTE and its connection to technology. It emphasizes that current EFL student teachers in the ELTE programs across the world should be empowered with TPACK applicable to their subject matter to integrate CALL effectively into prospective instruction. Besides foregrounding current challenges and exploring germane research in the world, the book provides an insightful examination of the field of CALL. Covering topics such as English language teacher education (ELTE), computer-assisted language learning (CALL), and EFL TPACK, this premier reference source is ideal for professionals, researchers, policymakers, and executives concerned with implementing technology integration in EFL teacher education programs.

Inquiries of Pedagogical Shifts and Critical Mindsets Among Educators
Inquiries of Pedagogical Shifts and Critical Mindsets Among Educators

Author: Gierhart, Aaron R.

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2024-02-19

Total Pages: 249

ISBN-13:

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Pedagogical research faces a challenge in acknowledging and integrating the valuable insights provided by narrative inquiries, particularly those centered around educators' tipping points. Despite the richness of these narratives in understanding pedagogy, there exists a bias towards traditional, quantitative research methods, leading to limited recognition and acceptance of qualitative studies. This lack of acceptance poses a barrier to leveraging the authentic experiences of educators for designing effective professional development and teacher education opportunities. The key challenges include the undervaluation of narrative inquiries, concerns about generalizability, the need to balance authenticity with research rigor, and the restricted influence on professional development due to the limited integration of narratives into the research base. Addressing these challenges is crucial for fostering a more holistic understanding of pedagogical development and improving the quality of teacher education. Inquiries of Pedagogical Shifts and Critical Mindsets Among Educators delves into unexplored pedagogy through a compendium of original research studies. The focus is on narrative inquiries, case studies, and phenomenological investigations, offering a nuanced understanding of pedagogical shifts and critical mindsets among P-16 educators. Inspired by Novoa's conceptualization of "Tipping Points," the book unfolds the narratives and lived experiences that propel educators toward transformative shifts in their teaching methodologies.

Impactful Classroom Experiences in Elementary Schools: Practices and Policies
Impactful Classroom Experiences in Elementary Schools: Practices and Policies

Author: Parks, Melissa

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2023-08-18

Total Pages: 271

ISBN-13: 1668485524

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With high teacher attrition rates, low pay, and constantly shifting standards, the education system desperately requires a fresh approach. Yet, dedicated teachers continue to enter the classroom with a genuine desire to make a lasting impact on their students' lives. Impactful Classroom Experiences in Elementary Schools: Practices and Policies delves into the challenges and opportunities of American elementary education. It offers teachers research-grounded ideas to develop and deliver engaging learning experiences that enhance students' conceptual understanding. The book focuses on positive strategies for creating meaningful classroom experiences, such as building safe and supportive environments, nurturing curiosity, and encouraging calculated risk-taking. It explores topics like play, communication with families, and nature, highlighting how failure can be a learning opportunity and empowering student expression. Additionally, the book provides practical tips and step-by-step directions for teachers to recreate successful experiences in engaging science, math, and social studies lessons. Impactful Classroom Experiences in Elementary Schools offers educators a roadmap to transform their classrooms into vibrant hubs of learning and personal growth. By incorporating research-backed methods and fostering a love of learning in a supportive atmosphere, teachers can create meaningful connections between students' emotions and their conceptual understanding. This invaluable resource equips teachers with the tools they need to make a lasting impact on their students' educational journey, enabling them to deliver joyful and transformative learning experiences in the elementary school setting.

Revitalizing the Learning Ecosystem for Modern Students
Revitalizing the Learning Ecosystem for Modern Students

Author: Al Husseiny, Fatima

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2024-03-11

Total Pages: 261

ISBN-13:

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In the rapidly evolving education landscape, many challenges confront educators, policymakers, and researchers alike. The shifting demands of students and society, coupled with global disruptions to traditional educational systems, necessitate a comprehensive solution to reshape the learning environment for the digital age. Recognizing these challenges, the book Revitalizing the Learning Ecosystem for Modern Students emerges as a beacon of insight and innovation, providing a holistic exploration of the intricacies within learning ecosystems and offering practical strategies to overcome the hurdles education stakeholders face. For educators seeking innovative strategies, policymakers aiming to craft effective policies, and researchers diving into the forefront of educational exploration, Revitalizing the Learning Ecosystem for Modern Students stands as an invaluable resource. By offering a roadmap not only to identify but also overcome the challenges within the academic domain, this book catalyzes positive change, ensuring that learning ecosystems are revitalized to meet the ever-changing requirements of students in the future.

Educational Innovation to Address Complex Societal Challenges
Educational Innovation to Address Complex Societal Challenges

Author: Segarra, Jacobo Roda

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2024-02-26

Total Pages: 334

ISBN-13:

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In modern education, students and teaching methodologies face many challenges that hinder smooth development. The digital age presents students with information overload, impeding the cultivation of their critical thinking skills. Traditional language teaching methods must be revised to prepare students for the intricacies of a globalized, multilingual world. The rise in academic demands contributes to heightened stress levels among students. Despite the urgency of environmental challenges, educational systems need a cohesive focus on eco-conscious practices. The abrupt transition to virtual learning during crises has exposed challenges in adapting to and fully realizing the potential of virtual environments. These interrelated issues underscore the imperative for a comprehensive solution that aligns pedagogical practices with the demands of contemporary society. Educational Innovation to Address Complex Societal Challenges begins by dissecting pedagogical renewal and educational innovation, illustrating their expansive reach and adaptability in addressing the diverse educational challenges of our time. It emphasizes that these innovative elements extend beyond mere educational enhancements, presenting many opportunities to catalyze substantial societal change. A crucial aspect highlighted is the reciprocal relationship between educational practices and social reality, creating a symbiotic circle that adds meaning to the educational process.