Dual Criticism Of Professionalism In Education And Education

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UNIT 4, DEFINE THE CONCERPT OF PROFESSIONALISM AND DUAL PROFESSIONALISM IN EDUCATION AND TRAINING 1.1
We live in an age of high levels of external accountability. Ofsted, School league tables, the National Curriculum and performance related pay are just some of the high stake measures which have been introduced over the past thirty years.
Gewirtz (2002) argues that the restructuring of the education system has been part of the dismantling of welfare whilst introducing managerialist forms of control and increased centralization. This is seen as part of a Neo-Liberal approach to create competition and markets where previously there were none.
There are many aspects of teaching that I believe correlate with the traditional view of a professional. …show more content…

“The Professional Standards present a chance to recognize and encourage the professionalism and dedication of all those that work in the sector and our devotion to developing further.” Curriculum Leader, Further Education College The dual professionalism of Education and Training teachers and trainers is a core concept at the heart of these Professional Standards. Teachers and trainers should know and be able to apply teaching skills that are appropriate to diverse contexts and types of learners, as well as give their learners the benefit of expert subject knowledge and skills.
"Through their experiences in the classroom, workshop or workplace and the feedback received from learners, peers and through appraisal, teachers will hear messages about their subject expertise (P1) and their skills and knowledge as a teacher (P2). The process of reflection and planning should produce continuing professional development that is highly individualized; featuring activities that respond to the teacher understands of the currency of their practice". (Davies,

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