The Teacher Education Outside the Classroom paper by Canterbury Christ Church University sets out the case for broadening trainee teachers experience through placements in settings other than schools.
The paper outlines theoretical, philosophical and ethical concepts underpinning education and learning. It considers a number of questions in offering alternative placements alongside school experiences:
- How do ITT students approach learning?
- What do we want from education?
- What are the potential benefits of teaching outside the classroom opportunities?
- How could we evaluate the impact of teaching outside the classroom on pupils’ learning?
- What needs to be considered when devising teaching outside the classroom opportunities?
The paper concludes with seven themes which should be considered when developing this work including creativity and innovation, interpersonal relationships and modern technology.
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