Changing the world for the children of tomorrow: ASEAN teacher education

Abstract

This book consists of chapters written by teacher educators from universities which are members of the Association of Southeast Asian Teacher Education Network. These universities are one of the best, if not the best, in teacher education in their respective countries in Southeast Asia. The authors earnestly discuss education reform; early childhood education; professional development of teachers; teacher education transformation; and theory-practice nexus in pre-service teacher training, in their respective countries. Many suggestions and ideas are put forth by the authors, and these can be adapted in other teacher education institutions in the region and beyond. Teacher educators, researchers, policy makers, teachers as well as anyone interested in what Southeast Asia universities are doing in terms of education and teacher education, should find this book enlightening.