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An International Reconstruction of Teachers’ and Teacher Educators’ Perspectives on the Challenges of Education for Sustainable Development in Teacher Education

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The study aims to discuss the challenges of teachers and teacher educators in the context of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) and how teacher education can support the implementation of the concept. Teacher education is a central part of higher education which plays a crucial role in supporting the sustainable future. The work is based on qualitative research with the help of group interviews during international online webinars. The findings point out challenges and needs at the stakeholders and policy levels. Educational stakeholders as well the policymakers need more knowledge and a better awareness of sustainable learning for the transformation in teacher education and to rethink educational programmes.

Source: Journal of Education for Sustainable Development

DOI: 10.1177/09734082241309704

Author: Ann-Kathrin Dittrich

Institution: Universität Innsbruck

Language: English

Topic: Environmental and sustainability education

Subfield: Management, Monitoring, Policy and Law

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,200