Developing professional standards for teachers in the Sultanate of Oman in light of the experience of the Kingdom of Bhutan

Abstract

The study aimed to provide analytical vision of the professional standards of teachers in the Kingdom of Bhutan, The study used the descriptive method, and the analysis of documents was used in collecting data and information. The results of the study found that there are seven professional standards for teachers in the Kingdom of Bhutan. These are: diversity of learners, learning environment, Content and Pedagogical Knowledge, planning and teaching, assessment and reporting, personal growth and professional development, and Professional Engagement and Bhutanese Values. The results also showed that there was broad participation in building professional standards for teachers in the Kingdom of Bhutan, as representatives of teachers, school principals, and education officials in educational Counties and districts participated in it. It also gained the credibility of the Royal Civil Service Commission and the Teacher Education Development Council, in addition to the presence of supervision and support. International  by UNICEF. The results also showed that professional standards for teachers in the Kingdom of Bhutan take into account the stages of teachers’ career development at four levels: The Beginning, the Proficient, the Accomplished, and the Distinguished. Determine the professional practices required at each level; So that teachers are aware and knowledgeable of what is required of them during the stages of their growth and professional development.

KeyWords: Professional standards – Teachers- Bhutan.