National Professional Standards for Teachers
National Professional Standards for
Teachers in Pakistan (2009)
Teachers play a significant role in
imparting quality education to students. Considering the importance of
teachers, the Pakistani Government is also committed to improving the quality of education
by enhancing the quality of teachers’ education. For enhancing the quality
of teachers, the Pakistani Government, Policy and Planning Wing Mistry of Education, and with the support of UNESCO & USAID, National Professional Standards for
Teachers (NPSTs) were developed: The details are as under:
· Standard
1: Subject Matter Knowledge
Teachers know and
understand about:
In depth knowledge of the
subject matter, Basic concepts, theories, history of the subject, The new
emerging concepts, results of researches and latest trends at national and
international levels, and The relationship of the subject to other disciplines
and its usability in practical life.
· Standard
2: Human Growth and Development
Teachers know and
understand about:
How students construct knowledge,
acquire skills and develop habits of mind, Individual differences among
students, diverse style of learning, Motivational strategies to achieve and
perform excellently, and Treat all students fairly.
· Standard
3: Knowledge of Islamic ethical values/social life skills
Teachers know and
understand about:
The Islamic code of
conduct (beliefs, prayers, and ethics) in light of Quran and Sunnah, The values
which are globally accepted and are being promoted, Essential principles of
Islamic values in the textbooks, and how to create a safe and secure learning
environment.
· Standard
4: Instructional Planning and strategies
Teachers know and
understand about:
The aims, goals and
objectives of education as well as of curriculum for specific subject, How to
plan instructional strategies based on students’ needs, development progress
and prior knowledge, General methods of teaching and Special/ specific methods
of teaching different areas of the subject.
· Standard
5: Assessment
Teachers know and
understand about:
Different types of
assessments to assess students’ learning and performance, the results of
assessment to evaluate and improve teaching and learning, the belief that
students’ deficiencies are opportunities for learning, and fair assessment and
reporting to students and families.
· Standard
6: Learning Environment
Teachers know and
understand about:
How learning takes place
in classrooms, how the classroom environment influences learning and promotes
positive behaviour for all, How classroom participation supports students’
commitment to learning, and the role of students in promoting each other’s
learning and recognize the importance of peer relationships in learning.
· Standard
7: Effective communication and proficient use of ICT
Teachers know and
understand about:
The importance of verbal,
nonverbal and written communication in the teaching and learning process, How
to use computers as instructional, research and evaluation tool, and how to use
available diverse technical tools (artwork, videos, cameras, phones,
computers, etc.) in their classrooms.
· Standard
8: Collaboration and partnership
Teachers know and
understand about
The importance of
effective school-home interactions that contribute to high-quality teaching and
learning, Different approaches to collaborate effectively with parents,
professionals, and community, and recognizing the role of parents, guardians, and
other family members as a child’s teacher.
· Standard
9: Continuous professional development and code of conduct
Teachers know and
understand about
The demands of a
professional code of conduct, how educational research can be used as a means
for continuous learning, self-assessment, and development, How to develop and
maintain a personal professional portfolio, and how to share successful
professional experiences with others.
· Standard
10: Teaching of English as a second/foreign language (ESL/EFL)
Teachers know and
understand about
Status of English Language in Pakistan, strategies to enhance “learning in English” and “learning of English as language”, Identify and analyze and Learning Difficulties in English language, Use of simple English language along with supportive use of Urdu for effective teaching and learning purposes.
