Teachers and Teacher Education in the Post-Soviet Context of Kazakhstan - (Advances in Teaching and Teacher Education) (Paperback)

About the Book

This book provides a critical exploration of teacher education reforms in post-socialist Kazakhstan, offering a holistic view of the field's evolution in the context of global transformations in teacher education and their implications for policy, practice, and professional development.

Book Synopsis

Teachers and Teacher Education in the Post-Soviet Context of Kazakhstan explores the rich and evolving history of teacher education in Kazakhstan, from its deep-rooted traditions and pre-Soviet foundations to Soviet-era transformations and post-Soviet reforms designed to meet the demands of the 21st century. Featuring contributions from leading experts, this book explores key topics like the internationalization of teacher education, professional teacher development, teacher identities, recruitment, retention, gender equity in teacher education and teacher well-being. With insights from empirical research, lived experiences, and real-world case studies, this book offers fresh perspectives for policymakers, educators, and researchers looking to engage with Kazakhstan's educational reforms.

Contributors are: Ainur Almukhambetova, Nazgul Anarbek, Arman Asssanbayev, Daniel Hernández-Torrano, Laura Ibrayeva, Aiida Kulsary, Kairat Kurakbayev, Zhadyra Makhmetova, Tsediso Michael Makoelle, Aigerim Mynbayeva, Gulnara Namyssova, Dana Nygmetzhanova, Assel Sharimova, Elaine Sharplin, Mir Afzal Tajik, Lyazat Turmukhambetova, and Elaine Wilson.