Abstract
In this research, the authors aim to determine the teachers’ professional image in the present-day context. The issues of teachers’ new role, new image and professional conditions are analyzed with regard to the reforms and commercialization of higher education as the most common trends. The paper examines the data of the survey which was conducted on the basis of written questionnaire designed to investigate the university teachers’ readiness to work in the new conditions, their readiness to innovation, the factors constraining innovation in the sphere of higher education in the context of its commercialization. The research carries value to education policymakers and university authorities. They can use these findings to reflect on regulations that would ensure favorable academic environment and increase the brand image of their staff.
Highlights
According the Professional standard the main requirement for high-quality professional education at the present stage is comprehension of who professionals are, what their way of life is like, what purpose in the world they have, what role in various spheres of life they play, as well as the social and political demands for their education, and their expectations from education, society, and professional sphere
Sustainable development goals 4 stress that in view of possible future crises it is necessary to invest in quality pre-service teacher education by better preparing teachers for the classroom including innovation and problem solving to manage complex unforeseen situations; as well as invest in continuing professional development (CPD) and in-service education and training (INSET) to upskill under- or unqualified teachers so that all teachers have the knowledge and skills necessary to ensure no one is left behind [6]
The paper examines the data of the survey which was conducted on the basis of written questionnaire designed to investigate the university teachers’ readiness to work in the new conditions, their readiness to innovation, the factors constraining innovation in the sphere of higher education in the context of its commercialization
Summary
According the Professional standard the main requirement for high-quality professional education at the present stage is comprehension of who professionals are, what their way of life is like, what purpose in the world they have, what role in various spheres of life they play, as well as the social and political demands for their education, and their expectations from education, society, and professional sphere. Sustainable development goals 4 stress that in view of possible future crises it is necessary to invest in quality pre-service teacher education by better preparing teachers for the classroom including innovation and problem solving to manage complex unforeseen situations; as well as invest in continuing professional development (CPD) and in-service education and training (INSET) to upskill under- or unqualified teachers so that all teachers have the knowledge and skills necessary to ensure no one is left behind [6] This is a unique situation for demonstrating teacher leadership, creativity, and innovation which are highly valuable in the modern world. The complexity of the situation provokes thought and leaves enough space for debating the professional image of the modern teacher
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