Unlock the secrets of high-performing educational systems with 'Empowered Educators in Finland'. This insightful volume, published by John Wiley & Sons Inc in 2017, dives deep into Finland's innovative approach to teacher training and its commitment to educational equity. This book provides a roadmap for educators and policymakers looking to implement effective strategies that enable teachers and students to thrive. The unique Finnish model has consistently produced impressive results on international assessments like the OECD PISA. The emphasis on quality education for every child, demonstrated through national initiatives such as the Baby Box program, reflects Finland's dedication to equality and opportunity from the very beginning of a child’s life. This book showcases how Finland's educational success is not just rooted in culture but in robust support for educators at every level. Discover practical ideas and lessons that can be adapted globally to enhance teaching quality and student outcomes. A must-read for educators, school leaders, and anyone interested in the future of education. With 96 pages of compelling content, this book provides a rich resource to elevate teaching practices in any educational setting. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781119369714
Year: 2017
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc (US)
Pages: 96


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BEST PRACTICES FROM FINLAND'S HIGH-PERFORMING SCHOOL SYSTEM


Empowered Educators in Finland is one volume in a series that explores how high- performing educational systems from around the world achieve strong results. The anchor book, Empowered Educators: How High-Performing Systems Shape Teaching Quality Around the World, is written by Linda Darling-Hammond and colleagues, with contributions from the authors of this volume.


Empowered Educators in Finland explores Finland's unique approach to teacher training that, combined with a national focus on equity and children, has led to strong student results on the OECD PISA and other international tests.


Since the 1930s, every child born in Finland has been provided with a box of clothes, sheets, toys, diapers, and even a small mattress; the box itself can”and often does”serve as a simple crib. Intended to ensure that all Finnish children begin with the essentials, this box also serves as a clear symbol of the nation's emphasis on equality and opportunity.


This book describes how what is commonly thought to be "just a part of Finnish culture" is actually the result of strong support for educators at all levels of government. From the Ministry of Education and Culture, to the Finnish National Board of Education, to regional and local policy makers, Finland has made deliberate choices to create and support a strong educational system. While there are unique political, cultural, and societal features of Finland”as with all countries”there are many lessons to be learned and practical ideas to be implemented across