The Preparation of Globally Competent Teachers: A Comparison of American and Australian Education Policies and Perspectives

Authors

  • Misty M. Kirby University of Canberra, Australia
  • Elizabeth O. Crawford University of North Carolina, Wilmington

Keywords:

constructivism, oral English teaching, non-English majors,

Abstract

Author Biographies

Misty M. Kirby, University of Canberra, Australia

Elizabeth O. Crawford, University of North Carolina, Wilmington

Dr. Elizabeth O. Crawford (Ph.D., Curriculum Leadership) is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Elementary, Middle Level, and Literacy Education. She began her career as an English instructor in Elancourt, France, influencing her decision to become an elementary school teacher. She has since taught kindergarten, 5th grade, and high school French. Currently, Dr. Crawford teaches social studies methods (grades K-6) and supervises interns in the field. Her primary research focus is global education in the elementary setting, including contemporary educational policy and effective means to infuse global issues in one’s existing curriculum.

Published

2012-04-19

Issue

Vol. 2, No. 1, April 2012

Section

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