Timo Ehmke - Böcker

This book addresses the past and changing contexts of Chinese and German teacher education under the impact of globalization and echoes "quality" issues of teacher education. This edited book provides a comprehensive discussion on other issues in the management and implementation of change in teacher education related to teacher education curricula for professional development of teachers. A combination of chapters provides an overview, a review of literature and research as well as offering examples of teacher education practice and updated empirical research on these topics co-edited by two senior scholars and written by experts from Mainland China (including Hong Kong ) and Germany. The volume addresses key issues on teacher standards, ICT in education and e-learning in teacher education, STEM education, vocational teacher education, university-school partnership in teacher education and teaching Chinese or German as a second language. This is an up-to-date academic book to look at profound issues related to quality in teacher education and teachers’ professional development in mainland China and Germany. It will be a useful reference for graduate students and researchers in the field of international and comparative education, teacher education and curriculum studies, teacher educators and practitioners to learn from trends, best practice and challenges that have been encountered in Mainland China and Germany.

This book addresses the past and changing contexts of Chinese and German teacher education under the impact of globalization and echoes "quality" issues of teacher education. This edited book provides a comprehensive discussion on other issues in the management and implementation of change in teacher education related to teacher education curricula for professional development of teachers. A combination of chapters provides an overview, a review of literature and research as well as offering examples of teacher education practice and updated empirical research on these topics co-edited by two senior scholars and written by experts from Mainland China (including Hong Kong ) and Germany. The volume addresses key issues on teacher standards, ICT in education and e-learning in teacher education, STEM education, vocational teacher education, university-school partnership in teacher education and teaching Chinese or German as a second language. This is an up-to-date academic book to look at profound issues related to quality in teacher education and teachers’ professional development in mainland China and Germany. It will be a useful reference for graduate students and researchers in the field of international and comparative education, teacher education and curriculum studies, teacher educators and practitioners to learn from trends, best practice and challenges that have been encountered in Mainland China and Germany.

This volume delves into the evolving landscape of education by examining innovative teaching practices across two distinct educational systems.The book is organized into five parts, each offering a deep dive into how Germany and China are addressing key challenges in modern education, such as digitalization, the development of new skills for the future, and managing diversity in classrooms. Part I provides an overview of the contrasting educational perspectives between the two countries, while Part II focuses on subject-specific innovations in mathematics and science. Part III extends this exploration to music, foreign languages, and social sciences, showcasing how interdisciplinary approaches are enhancing teaching effectiveness. Part IV addresses the critical issue of diversity, presenting strategies for inclusive education tailored to different student needs. Finally, Part V offers a synthesis of the challenges and future prospects for educational innovation in both Germany and China.By contrasting Western and Chinese educational traditions, the book highlights not only the differences but also the potential for cross-cultural learning, providing valuable insights for educators, policymakers, and researchers interested in global educational trends and innovations.