Прοфесійна підгοтοвка вчителів у Великій Британії

Abstract

The system of professional teacher training in the UK is studied, its main aspects and changes that have taken place in recent decades are taken into account. The key reforms that have contributed to the current development of this system are analysed. The role of universities, colleges and other educational institutions in the process of forming teachers’ professional competences is analysed. Special attention is paid to teacher training programmes, their structure, content and methods. It is emphasised that pedagogical practice is an important component of the teacher training system. It is clearly structured. University lecturers and school staff are involved in its organisation. The role of mentors and the interaction of students with experienced teachers in the process of internships are highlighted. The main aspects of teacher training, such as the focus on the development of professional competences and the use of innovative approaches in the learning process, are considered. The factors influencing the quality of teacher training, in particular, the content of the curriculum, the role of technology in the educational process, the school environment and the process of professional adaptation of young teachers are studied. It is noted that an individual programme is developed for novice teachers at school. An approach to the evaluation of trainee teachers and their preparation for work is described. The structure of postgraduate education, which contributes to improving the professional competence of teachers, is characterized. Based on the analysis of recent studies, it is concluded that the teacher training system in the UK is characterised by innovative methods and the use of new and flexible technologies that introduce diversity and differentiation into the educational process. The importance of reforming teacher training in the context of changes in the modern educational paradigm is demonstrated. The results of the study contribute to a deeper understanding of the British experience of teacher training and may be useful for improving the system of professional training of teachers in higher pedagogical schools in Ukraine. Keywords: United Kingdom, teachers, school, students, professional training, educational process, higher education institution, pedagogical practice, professional activity.