Globalisation and Teacher Education in the BRICS Countries: The Positioning of Research and Practice in Comparative Perspective

Globalisation and Teacher Education in the BRICS Countries: The Positioning of Research and Practice in Comparative Perspective
Editors: Ian Menter, Roza A. Valeeva, Martha Prata-Linhares
Edition: 1st Edition
First Published: 2024
eBook Published: 29 July 2024
Publisher: Routledge, Taylor & Francis
Publication Location: London
 

This edited volume provides a comprehensive examination of teacher education systems across the BRICS countries—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—through the lens of globalisation and comparative education. It draws on the expertise of leading researchers from these countries to analyze the interplay between research, policy, and practice, highlighting the extent of integration between higher education institutions and schools, as well as teachers’ professional development. The book emphasizes the role of research and the school practicum in shaping education, offering new insights into educational globalisation and the preparation of teachers in diverse contexts.

Each national case study reveals how historical, cultural, and political factors interact with globalising pressures, providing a nuanced picture of both commonalities and differences among the BRICS nations. The volume further engages in comparative cross-case analysis to explore shared trends, tensions, and policy implications. By incorporating spatial and temporal perspectives, it situates teacher education within broader social, economic, and political transformations, thereby illuminating the global interconnectedness of educational practices and policies.

This book is a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, and students in international and comparative education, as well as for policymakers and teacher educators concerned with the effects of globalisation on teacher education. Its comparative framework fosters a deeper understanding of the distinctive yet interconnected challenges and opportunities facing BRICS countries in developing effective, context-sensitive teacher education systems.

Analytical note: The volume demonstrates that while BRICS nations face diverse educational landscapes, they share common challenges in linking research, policy, and practice. Its comparative approach highlights the potential of cross-national learning while underscoring the importance of contextual sensitivity. The work emphasizes that teacher education is simultaneously shaped by local traditions and global pressures, offering a model for studying educational globalisation in complex, heterogeneous contexts.

Contents:
Preface
List of Contributors

Part 1: Setting the Scene

• The BRICS Alliance and the Impact of Globalisation on Teacher Education Worldwide – Ian Menter
• BRICS Countries in the Educational Universe – Roza A. Valeeva and Martha Prata-Linhares

Part 2: The Five Cases

• Trends in Teacher Education in Brazil: Where Are We Going To? – Martha Prata-Linhares, Helena Amaral da Fontoura, and Maria Alzira de Almeida Pimenta
• Linking Theory and Practice in Training Teachers: A Russian Perspective – Roza A. Valeeva, Aydar Kalimullin, Tatiana Baklashova, and Liliia Latypova
• Changing Norms of Policies and Practices for Teacher Education in India: Implications and Concerns – Balwant Singh and Manpreet Kaur
• Towards Practice-Based Teacher Education in China: Policies and Practices – Congman Rao
• Inquiry-Oriented and Practice-Based Teacher Education in Partnerships with Schools: A South African Perspective – Sarah Gravett, Sarita Ramsaroop, and Nadine Petersen

Part 3: Comparative Analysis

• The Impact of Globalisation on Teacher Education in the BRICS Countries – Ian Menter, Roza A. Valeeva, and Martha Prata-Linhares
• Afterword: The BRICS Countries Present and Future: Glocalisation, Culture and Fragmented Transformation – Maria Teresa Tatto

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