Teachers are the most important factor for student learning and development that we as schools can influence. So, there is good reason to consider how we can optimise the quality and impact of teachers.
Based on scientific research, this session will examine what we know about teaching quality (what is it, what impact do teachers have, and to what extent does their quality vary?), its development, and, above all, which teacher professionalisation approaches have proven to be effective. This webinar will involve discussing the results of an analysis of more than 30 years of research in this field. Finally, an approach for evidence-informed work on teacher professionalization is presented.
Speakers:
Professor Adrie Visscher has been working at the University of Twente since 1981, starting as an assistant prof., continuing as an associate prof. and now, since about 10 years, working there as a full professor. His areas of research chronologically: the use of computer-assisted information systems for school management, school effectiveness, the use of teacher and school performance feedback for school improvement, and during the last 10 years: the effective professional development of in-service teachers.
Professor Visscher estimates to have published about 150 scientific publications about these and related topics.
Professor Adrie Visscher – Teacher Professional Development Presentation
Emma Blake is an experienced educator and system leader with over fifteen years in the sector. As a Trust Lead for English across primary and secondary phases, she designs curriculum and builds Communities of Practice to drive high-quality teaching.
An Evidence Lead in Education and Visiting Fellow with Ambition Institute, Emma mentors Early Career Teachers and bridges research with classroom practice. She sits on the Council of the Chartered College of Teaching, shaping national discourse on teacher development, and serves as Safeguarding Link Governor at St Matthew’s Research School.
A contributor to sector publications, Regional Network Leader for WomenEd, and active member of the Trust CPD Leaders Forum, Emma is a committed advocate for professional networks and collaborative approaches to improving outcomes for teachers and pupils alike.
Emma Blake – The Professional Development Paradox Presentation
