THE EVOLUTION AND TRANSFORMATION OF TEACHER EDUCATION: A COMPREHENSIVE GLOBAL AND NATIONAL ANALYSIS OF POLICY, PEDAGOGY, AND DIGITAL INTEGRATION
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https://doi.org/10.53555/st7my828Keywords:
Teacher education, Global and National Policy, Pedagogy and Digital IntegrationAbstract
The architecture of a nation’s development is inextricably linked to the quality of its educational institutions, and at the heart of these institutions lies the teacher. Teacher education is defined as the system designed to equip prospective and practicing educators with the knowledge, attitudes, behaviors, and skills necessary to perform their roles effectively within the classroom, the school, and the broader community.1 Far from being a static training program, teacher education is a continuous process that encompasses the initial preparation of new teachers, their induction into the profession, and their ongoing professional development throughout their careers.2 In the modern era, the role of the teacher has undergone a radical transformation, shifting from a mere disseminator of knowledge to a facilitator of inquiry, creativity, and inclusive learning.2 This evolution reflects a growing recognition that high-quality teaching is the most significant school-based predictor of student achievement and that consecutive years of outstanding instruction can offset the learning deficits of even the most disadvantaged students.
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