Teacher Training for International Teaching?

ITP - 102 ITP features the fantastic Greg Larmouth out of Newcastle, UK. In this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including their morning routines, technical difficulties, and their experiences with international teaching. They introduce their guest, Greg Larmouth, who works in the International Teacher Training team at the University of Sunderland. They explore the concept of the International Qualified Teacher Status (IQTS) and its benefits for teachers looking to work abroad. They also touch on the British Schools Overseas (BSO) accreditation and the recognition of the IQTS in different countries. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the practical aspects of the teacher training program, including the role of classroom experience and portfolio building. In this part of the conversation, Greg Larmouth discusses the support and supervision provided to trainee teachers in the University of Sunderland's international teaching program. He mentions the requirement for schools to provide mentors and the role of professional practice tutors who observe trainee teachers. Greg also shares his experiences visiting schools in Saudi Arabia, Dubai, and Muscat. The conversation then shifts to a discussion about the University of Sunderland and the city of Newcastle, including the rivalry between Newcastle and Sunderland. Greg also talks about his podcast, SUNRAE, which features research and experiences of trainee teachers. Here a few quick takeaways: The International Qualified Teacher Status (IQTS) is a recognized qualification that allows teachers to work in the UK and other countries. The University of Sunderland offers a teacher training program that includes the IQTS qualification. British Schools Overseas (BSO) are accredited schools that follow UK standards and are recognized for their quality of education. Teachers interested in international teaching can apply for the IQTS program, even if their undergraduate degree is not from the UK. The teacher training program includes classroom placements and portfolio building to meet the British teaching standards. The University of Sunderland's international teaching program provides support and supervision to trainee teachers through mentors and professional practice tutors. Trainee teachers receive observations and feedback from mentors and professional practice tutors, as well as external observations from university representatives. Greg Larmouth shares his experiences visiting schools in Saudi Arabia, Dubai, and Muscat. There is a rivalry between Newcastle and Sunderland, two cities in the UK. Greg Larmouth hosts a podcast called SunRAE, which features research and experiences of trainee teachers. SunRAE Podast Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/5mdgxLzD3eHWiXtoynBQOG Additional Gems Related to Our Show: Signup to be our guest https://calendly.com/itpexpat/itp-interview?month=2025-01 Our Website⁠ - https://www.itpexpat.com/ ⁠JPMint Consulting Website - https://www.jpmintconsulting.com/ Books By Gregory Lemoine: ⁠"International Teaching: The Best-kept Secret in Education"⁠ | by Gregory Lemoine M.Ed. ⁠"Finding the Right Fit: Your Professional Guide for International Educator Recruiting Fairs and Amazing Stories of a Teacher Living Overseas⁠" |by Gregory Lemoine M.Ed. Partner Podcasts: Just to Know You: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/just-to-know-you/id1655096513 Educators Going Global: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/educators-going-global/id1657501409 Relative Hashes: #internationalteachersday #internationaleducation #overseaseducation #internationalschools #education #teacherburnout #teachersalarynews #teachersalary #teacherrecruitments #overseaseducatorfairs