Author(s)

Yang Liyun ¹, Sun Zhaolong ²

Affiliation(s)

¹ School of Philosophy and Sociology, Northwest Normal University, Lanzhou, 730070, China
² Fudu School, Chengguan District, Lanzhou, 730030, China

Corresponding Author

Yang Liyun

ABSTRACT

In the context of current educational reform and societal development, the professional development and enhancement of teaching capabilities of teachers are particularly crucial. As key factors in improving the quality of education, teachers' professional growth directly affects students' learning outcomes and the overall efficacy of the educational system. This paper comprehensively discusses the importance of teacher professional development, its influencing factors, and pathways for enhancement. The study indicates that both internal factors such as personal motivation, self-efficacy, and attitudes towards lifelong learning, as well as external factors including professional development opportunities, campus support, policy environment, resource facilities, and social culture, collectively impact teachers' professional growth. Based on these findings, the article proposes key pathways such as continuing education, academic research, reflective teaching, technology utilization, and the construction of learning communities, aiming to provide practical guidance for teacher professional development to promote the continuous improvement of educational quality.

KEYWORDS

Teachers; Professional Development; Teaching Ability; Influencing Factors; Enhancement Pathways

CITE THIS PAPER

Yang Liyun, Sun Zhaolong, Research on the Pathways for Teacher Professional Development and Teaching Capability Enhancement. Adult and Higher Education (2024) Vol. 6: 137-143. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/aduhe.2024.060419.

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