Teacher Quality and Professional Development

A combination of skills, knowledge, behavior, and attributes that enable excellent job performance in teaching.

Four core areas of expertise required for effective teaching, as described in the CFT SEA framework.

The process of knowing content and pedagogy, understanding students, developing instructional plans, and assessing student learning.

Creating a supportive learning atmosphere by managing student behavior and fostering a culture of learning.

Effectively communicating, using varied discussion methods, engaging students, providing feedback to learners.

Reflecting on teaching, communicating with families and the community, professional development.

A guide to enhance teacher performance across Southeast Asia with four essential and twelve general competencies.

Deepening one's knowledge on the subject matter, education trends, policies, and local and global developments.

Methods used to support student learning and progress.

Collaborating with parents, caregivers, and community members to support student learning.

Continuously developing teaching skills and understanding oneself and others.

Deep understanding of the specific topics taught.

Current developments and changes happening in education.

The idea that practical experiences are crucial for acquiring knowledge and skills.

The belief that education should emphasize ideas that are still valuable and important today.

The concept that teachers shouldn't force students to learn something they're not interested in.

The emphasis on studying humanities like history, literature, and philosophy to develop critical thinking skills.

Encouraging students to interact and work together to develop important social skills like cooperation and respect.

The belief that studying the works of influential thinkers and writers from history is essential for understanding the world.

Teachers should help students connect their prior knowledge to new problems and challenges.

The argument for focusing on broad, humanistic education rather than specialized or vocational training.

A teacher's primary duty is to help every student reach their full potential by providing a supportive and enriching learning environment.

Teaching that embraces all students without bias or prejudice, ensuring each child feels valued and successful.

Creating a classroom environment where students experience success, fostering self-assurance and positive self-image.

Equipping students with fundamental skills like reading, writing, arithmetic, and computer literacy.

Going beyond basic literacy and numeracy to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and lifelong learning skills.

Incorporating values like respect, honesty, and empathy into lessons to shape students' character.

Engaging students in practical, interactive activities that involve physical, intellectual, and emotional engagement.

Guiding students to develop independent learning skills and strategies so they can continue learning throughout life.

A collaborative professional development approach where teachers plan, observe, and refine lessons together.

A lesson taught and observed in a lesson study cycle, intended for refining and improving teaching practices.

A research lesson that is open to a wider audience, such as other teachers, administrators, or policymakers.

Time allocated for teachers to engage in professional development activities.

An experienced teacher who guides and supports beginning teachers.

Ongoing learning and skill development for teachers, ensuring they stay up-to-date and improve their practice.

Professional development that involves teachers working together, sharing ideas, and learning from each other.

Professional development that is directly linked to teachers' work and allows them to apply learnings immediately.

Saint Peter welcomes a diplomat into heaven because of his work to prevent war, highlighting the importance of peacemaking.

The teacher's role is acknowledged as fundamental to the success of all those who came before her in the line to heaven, emphasizing the lasting influence of educators.

Teaching is recognized as a profession that helps others achieve their potential, emphasizing the significance of educators in society.

The teacher's influence extends beyond the classroom, affecting the lives and achievements of students throughout their lives, demonstrating the enduring power of education.

Research conducted by ING in 2010, in collaboration with the National Teacher of the Year Award, aimed to understand the valuable role of teachers.

A prestigious award recognizing excellence in teaching in the United States, highlighting the importance of celebrating outstanding educators.

The content emphasizes acknowledging and celebrating the invaluable contribution of teachers to society's progress and development.