This literature review begins by considering the concept of autonomy. The focus narrows to
teacher autonomy specifically and a range of conceptualisations are summarised. Its …

Continuing professional development (CPD) means that language teachers need to keep
updating their knowledge and skills continuously throughout their careers. This paper …

The article reports on findings from the TALIS (Teaching and Learning International Survey)
2013 study for Abu Dhabi which gathered teachers' views on teaching and learning with a …

This paper reports on an exploratory study regarding the current continuing professional
development (CPD) situation of basic schoolteachers in Ghana. The study investigates the …

Signed into law by President Barack Obama in December 2015, the Every Student
Succeeds Act (ESSA) replaces No Child Left Behind (NCLB), the 2001 reauthorization of the …

Designed from the ground up with a constructivist framework, BUILDING TEACHERS: A
CONSTRUCTIVIST APPROACH TO INTRODUCING EDUCATION, 2nd Edition helps future …

Continuous professional development (CPD) is important for teachers in attaining
sustainable education. Accordingly, exploring teachersí perceptions could be a significant …

Acquisition of twenty-first-century skills is widely regarded as a determinant of future
success. Design-thinking approaches are considered effective in acquiring these skills; …

The relationship between adult learning and self‑directed learning is a topic worth exploring
on both theoretical and practical grounds. Mezirow points out that," no concept is more …

Professional development (PD) is not only an ongoing process that contributes towards
personal growth of teachers, but also an integral element in improving the quality of schools …