Teacher education is a programme that is related to the development of teacher proficiency and competence that would enable and empower the teacher to meet the requirements of the profession and face the challenges therein. It means, all the formal and non-formal activities and experiences that help to qualify a person to assume responsibilities of a member of the educational profession or to discharge his responsibilities more effectively. Teacher education encompasses teaching skills, sound pedagogical theory and professional skills. An amalgamation of teaching skills, pedagogical theory and professional skills would serve to create the right knowledge, attitude and skills in teachers, thus promoting holistic development.
This book on teacher training discusses all the essential topics that fall under this field. Teacher training equips the teacher with skills that would enable them to perceive a student’s educational development. Familiarity with curriculum and syllabus that promote the overall development of the child, is fundamental for effective transmission of knowledge. Interactive sessions with students through the implementation of e-technology is also emphasized in this field. This book, with its detailed information will prove immensely beneficial to students involved in this area at various levels. It will provide comprehensive knowledge to the readers.
Waldo Lind pursued his Ph.D. in Education from Education Research University, Lancaster. His areas of academic interest and research include technology in education and curriculum development. He is a Professor of Educational Psychology in the School of Educational Policy and Leadership at Bordeaux. He has authored and edited numerous articles journal papers and book chapters, which have been published worldwide. He has been an eminent speaker in seminars across Europe, United States and Canada.
