Preparing Teachers for the Future: A systemic approach to addressing 21st century educational imperatives.

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Gibson, I. (2008). Preparing Teachers for the Future: A systemic approach to addressing 21st century educational imperatives. In K. McFerrin et al. (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2008 (pp. 4135-4142). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
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Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference (SITE) 2008
Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
March 3, 2008
ISBN 1-880094-64-9
  Karen McFerrin, Roberta Weber, Roger Carlsen & Dee Anna Willis
AACE

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Ian Gibson, Macquarie University, Australia

Abstract

The twenty-first century is characterised by massive upheavals to accepted and traditional ways of knowing and doing. Technological innovations and capabilities are expanding rapidly. Movement of knowledge, resources, and people around the globe is occurring more quickly, more pervasively, and more virtually than was once thought possible. Social and cultural institutions are redefining their roles and contributions to the social order, or dissolving in the face of irrelevance in a social context where expectations are fluid and ever-changing. The role definition for educators is also experiencing pressure, and the imperative to adjust to changing contexts and increasing social demands is stronger than ever. This paper explores possibilities for change within teacher education and suggests ways of adding value to established practices, ensuring the development of future proof teachers capable of enhancing the nation's contribution to global peace and prosperity in the new millennium.

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