Glimpses into Primary School Teacher Education , Gravett, Henning..

Name: Glimpses into Primary School Teacher Education , Gravett, Henning..
Brand: Taylor & Francis

Taylor & Francis

Glimpses into Primary School Teacher Education in South AfricaAuthor(s): Sarah Gravett, Elizabeth Henning\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9780367338541, 978-0367338541\nSynopsis\nThis book explores the current landscape of Initial Teacher Education (ITE) in primary schools in South Africa. Considering recent policy directives and initiatives, it highlights the dilemmas of ITE for the primary school and gives a thorough account of innovations and initiatives to improve ITE.\n\nThe book presents what works best for quality preparation of teachers in the Global South, where many children rely on their teachers and school life to break the cycle of poverty. Chapters draw on evidence from workplace learning, pre-service study, and primary school teacher education policy to highlight examples of promising change in teacher education in South Africa, addressing the clichs of \""theory versus practice\"" head-on. This book su.