Core competencies and high leverage practices of the beginning teacher: a synthesis of the literature |
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| Authors: | Joanne O’Flaherty Erin M Beal |
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| Institution: | 1. School of Education, University of Limerick, Limerick, IrelandJoanne.oflaherty@ul.ie;3. Improving Access to Psychological?Therapies (IAPT), Sheffield, UK |
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| Abstract: | Teacher competency frameworks comprise a number of competencies that enable a teacher to develop effective teaching practices. However, their conception, value, use and recognition vary widely. Equally, assessment and measurement of such competencies differ across contexts. More recently, a body of research has emerged which focuses the lens of teacher preparation on the inclusion of high leverage practices. The focus of this study is to report a synthesis of the literature pertaining to the ‘core competencies’ and ‘high leverage practices’ selected for inclusion in teacher preparation. A systematic review of the literature was conducted in order to synthesis available evidence. Results are presented in two sections; competency-based approaches; and high leverage practice approaches in teacher preparation. Findings are discussed from the perspective of epistemological and methodological questions emerging from the research and the implications for teacher preparation. |
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| Keywords: | Core competencies high leverage practices pre-service teacher education |
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