Teacher Development Over Time: Practical Activities for Language Teachers

Teacher Development Over Time: Practical Activities for Language Teachers helps novice and experienced ELT teachers understand their career paths and respond creatively to challenges, with a strong line of research and practical tools for professional development.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 230 pages
Publication date: 09 March 2018
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

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Teacher Development Over Time: Practical Activities for Language Teachers delves into the journey of teacher learning across the careers of novice and experienced English Language Teaching (ELT) educators. Its primary objectives are to assist novice ELT teachers in understanding how their learning can shape their professional lives and contribute to communities, while also providing support to experienced ELT teachers in navigating their career phases and embracing creative responses to the challenges they encounter.

Part 1 synthesizes significant research on the teaching experience over time, exploring the perspectives of teachers and shedding light on the implications. Through engaging activities in Part 2, readers are invited to reflect on their career paths and consider potential themes for future work. Part 3 offers practical guidance on integrating the activities into busy professional lives, while Part 4 encourages teachers to embark on further explorations either independently or in collaboration with others. By seamlessly merging a robust research foundation with practical tools for understanding professional development, Teacher Development Over Time emerges as an invaluable resource for language teachers, teacher educators, and mentors alike.

This comprehensive guide offers valuable insights into the lifelong learning process of teachers, empowering them to enhance their teaching practices, adapt to changing contexts, and continually grow as educators. By embracing the principles and activities outlined in this book, language teachers can foster their professional growth, inspire their students, and make a positive impact on the field of ELT.

Weight: 370g
Dimension: 155 x 229 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138207059