The system of educating teachers of preschool and early school education and the possibilities of teacher training in the future (or in current conditions) in Poland

Abstract

This article considers how insights from psychology and educational research can contribute to enhancing teacher training. Developments in early childhood pedagogy encourage changes in the way future educators are trained. This article discusses concepts of education in pedagogical studies and the competences that are required of the future teacher. Individualization of the teaching process requires curriculum modifications, innovative ideas, creating proprietary curriculum. The article is a search/or review based on the teacher training literature for answers on how to train future teachers to be flexible, reflective, decisive and innovative. How can teachers be supported in a way so that teachers can help themselves to be teachers?