Teacher-related constraints

Teacher behaviour is representative of both, the course content taught by them and the student outcomes. The student’s want of attending school can also be dependent on the way the class is conducted by the teachers. The positive behaviour imparted by the teacher is one of the first set of characteristics to look for in an effective teacher. Inappropriate teacher behaviour could include traits such as: display of controlling behaviour in class; lack of punctuality in terms of attendance and assignments; displays impartiality while working with students and parents; etc. See more...

On occasions, high drop-out and repetition rates in students can be traced back to issues of low academic level related to teachers. If such is the case, there are a number of strategies, short-, medium- and long-term, to address and correct this problem. See more...

In order to ensure education quality and student learning, addressing teacher absenteeism must be a top priority in each education system. The reasons for teacher absenteeism, can be encompassed in three main categories: authorized leaves, absences due to official duties and those without reason. It is essential that decision-makers analyse and understand the pattern of absenteeism within their education systems: who is most absent, how, when and why. By identifying those characteristics, decision-makers will be able to design policy measures to improve education quality. See more...