Internationalization as a Concept in Teacher Education and Training: Benefits, Strategies and Challenges

Benard O. Nyatuka, Ruth J. Songok and Eric N. Maangi
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Benard O. Nyatuka: Masinde Muliro University of Science & Technology, P.O Box 190-50100, Kakamega, Kenya
Ruth J. Songok: Masinde Muliro University of Science & Technology, P.O Box 190-50100, Kakamega, Kenya
Eric N. Maangi: University of Kabianga, P.O. Box 2030-20200, Kericho, Kenya

Research Journal of Education, 2016, vol. 2, issue 4, 46-51

Abstract: In spite of the huge impact that internationalization as a concept has on the education sector, teacher education and training inclusive, very few academics and policy makers embark on interrogating its nuances, evolution and implications. Research demonstrates that if faculty members have few international connections, they are unlikely to convey to their students that these are necessary and expected, a situation that makes the next generation to develop even fewer ties to international peers. Similarly, although it is generally assumed that internationalization is a positive thing, there is little research conducted on the attendant challenges and drawbacks. In this paper therefore, the meaning and aspects of internationalization, with respect to teacher education and training are explored and so are the relevant strategies both at home and abroad. Furthermore, the paper focuses on the benefits and challenges associated with internationalization of teacher education and training. Some possible intervention measures to improve on the effectiveness of internationalization of teacher education and training are presented as well.

Keywords: Benefits; Challenges; Internationalization; Strategies; Teacher education and training (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2016
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