New models of professional development to improve educational standards and motivate teachers

For many teachers, having their lessons observed is a daunting prospect. However, observation can be a crucial part of improving the quality of teaching and learning in vocational education.

Coaching and mentoring can help teachers develop professionally but what happened when Burton and South Derbyshire College adopted this model?

How might joint practice development and the creation of communities of learning improve schools and colleges in your region?

Communication is 93 per cent non-verbal. Learn to use your body and space effectively.

How many skills sets do vocational teachers need? See if you can identify gaps in your skills sets.

Novi Sad Business School in Serbia is encouraging both teachers and students to develop professionally.

If you want to improve the quality of your teaching but don’t know which areas to focus on, or what is expected of you internationally, this resource is for you.

Learn technical terms used in this edition.