Teacher Education in the 21st Century [electronic resource] : Singapore’s Evolution and Innovation /
Tan, Oon-Seng.editor.
Liu, Woon-Chia.editor.
Low, Ee-Ling.editor.
This book examines the evolution and innovation of teacher education in Singapore in the 21st century. It covers teacher education reforms in the conceptualising and implementing of the Teacher Education for the 21st Century (TE21) Model and discusses curriculum improvements that are aligned to new competencies; values development that re-envision teacher professionalism and calling; pedagogical changes that emphasise self-directed inquiry and technology-enabled learning; strengthened theory–practice linkages and enhanced teaching practices through school partnerships and mentoring; and impactful education research in areas such as assessment and developing teaching competencies, practices and mentoring. Teacher education in Singapore focuses on developing professional leaders in the field of education who are proactive problem-solvers and empowered researchers. It entails a long-term vision of education and an innovative approach to develop teachers with design skills and an inquiring mindset to understand learners in the fast-changing digital and mobile world. This book is aimed at scholars, researchers, policymakers, teacher educators and teachers as well as anyone interested in learning the philosophy behind Singapore’s unique TE21 Model for the 21st century and beyond.
Includes bibliographical references at the end of each chapters and index.
Chapter 1 Teacher Education Futures: Innovating Policy, Curriculum and Practices -- Chapter 2 Teacher Education Policy: Recruitment, Preparation and Progression -- Chapter 3 Championing the Teacher Factor -- Chapter 4 Underpinning Philosophy of Teacher Education in Singapore: A Values-Driven Paradigm -- Chapter 5 Nurturing 21st Century Educators: An EPIIC Perspective -- Chapter 6 In Focus: The Role of Education Studies in Teacher Education -- Chapter 7 Preparing Mathematics Teachers in Singapore: The Issue of Mathematics Content Knowledge -- Chapter 8 Science Teacher Education for the Changing Landscape -- Chapter 9 Reconceptualising Experiential Learning in the Pre-Service Geography Fieldwork Module -- Chapter 10 Developing Thinking Teachers through Learning Portfolios -- Chapter 11 Redesigning and Reconceptualising of Field Experience for Teacher Accreditation -- Chapter 12 Mentoring and School Partnerships -- Chapter 13 Building Character and Citizenship through Service Learning -- Chapter 14 NIE Learning Space: Physical and Virtual Learning Environment -- Chapter 15 Teacher Learning and Development across the Continuum: Pre-service to In-service -- Chapter 16 Quality Assurance in Teacher Education in Singapore -- Chapter 17 Riding toward the Future.
This book examines the evolution and innovation of teacher education in Singapore in the 21st century. It covers teacher education reforms in the conceptualising and implementing of the Teacher Education for the 21st Century (TE21) Model and discusses curriculum improvements that are aligned to new competencies; values development that re-envision teacher professionalism and calling; pedagogical changes that emphasise self-directed inquiry and technology-enabled learning; strengthened theory–practice linkages and enhanced teaching practices through school partnerships and mentoring; and impactful education research in areas such as assessment and developing teaching competencies, practices and mentoring. Teacher education in Singapore focuses on developing professional leaders in the field of education who are proactive problem-solvers and empowered researchers. It entails a long-term vision of education and an innovative approach to develop teachers with design skills and an inquiring mindset to understand learners in the fast-changing digital and mobile world. This book is aimed at scholars, researchers, policymakers, teacher educators and teachers as well as anyone interested in learning the philosophy behind Singapore’s unique TE21 Model for the 21st century and beyond.
Curriculum planning.
Teaching and Teacher Education.
Learning & Instruction.
Curriculum Studies.