A critical literature review of whole teacher development and the learning of pupils

This study is a critical literature review of "whole teacher development" and its consequences for pupils' learning. The primary aim in the study is to clarify the idea of; why "whole teacher development" is necessary, and what does it mean for teaching and learning in these changing times. Within these broader themes, the following topics will be addressed: A conceptual framework for professional learning, professional development, and personal development; the need for whole teacher development; professionalism and teachers; the nature of whole teacher development; teachers' commitment and desire to work and development; the changing nature of teaching and learning; the importance of teachers' workplace in whole teacher development; the characteristics and roles of pupils in changing times; and the changing nature of learning. The study will be ended up with the relation between whole teacher development and its consequences for the pupils' learning.

Professional And Personal Development ,

Whole Teacher Development ,

Changing Times ,

School Culture ,

Pupils’ Learning ,