(Re)Conceptualising Effective Teaching in Further Edcuation: An Exploratory Study
Date: 2021
Author/s: Smothers, N., Cropley, B., Hanton, S., McKay, A., & Williams, T
Keywords: Effective teaching in FE; teacher identity, pedagogy, professional development, reflective practice, teaching quality, FE workforce, teacher retention, vocational education
Summary:
This article examines how teachers and leaders in further education define “effective teaching,” revealing that it extends beyond subject expertise to include adaptability, learner relationships, and reflective practice. It argues that recognising these broader dimensions is vital for improving teacher recruitment, training, and retention in the FE sector.
Reference: Smothers, N., Cropley, B., Hanton, S., McKay, A., & Williams, T. (2021). (Re)Conceptualising effective teaching in further education: An exploratory study. Journal of Further and Higher Education, 45(10), 1369–1387
