ERIC Number: ED664418
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Publication Date: 2025-Jan-11
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Optimizing Teacher Education for 21st-Century Classrooms
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This paper explores the optimization of teacher education programs to meet the evolving demands of 21st-century classrooms. It examines key strategies to enhance teacher preparation, such as the integration of technology, fostering critical thinking, promoting inclusivity, and preparing educators to address global challenges. The paper also explores theoretical frameworks such as TPACK (Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge) and constructivism to guide the integration of innovative pedagogies. Drawing on empirical studies and current literature, the paper suggests practical approaches for reimagining teacher education to prepare teachers for dynamic, diverse, and technology-driven learning environments.
Descriptors: Teacher Education Programs, 21st Century Skills, Technological Literacy, Pedagogical Content Knowledge, Educational Strategies, Inclusion, Critical Thinking, Teaching Methods, Constructivism (Learning), Technology Integration, Problem Solving, Student Diversity, Teacher Collaboration, Lifelong Learning, Global Approach, Online Courses, Distance Education
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Language: English
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