International Career Development in Education: What Teachers Bring Home
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https://doi.org/10.23918/ijsses.v4i1p104Keywords:
International Experience, Personal Development, Professional DevelopmentAbstract
Working abroad helps teachers have a global perspective and enable them to become aware of global affairs. Teachers with international experience stands a better chance for professional and personal development. They not only enhance their teaching skills but also become more social. The skills they develop while working abroad make a difference in the lives of their students. Through transferring what they have learnt abroad to their home country, they can enhance the success of their students. This article presents the reasons why teachers need international experience and what changes they bring home.
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