Teacher Education in Pakistan: Analysis of Planning Issues in Early Childhood Education

Source: Journal of Early Childhood Teacher Education, Volume 30, Issue 3 July 2009, pages 285 – 297.

This article focuses on the status of teacher education and early childhood education in Pakistan. It analyzes planning issues in early childhood teacher education by examining education policies and existing practices in early childhood teacher education in Pakistan. Initiatives taken at public and private levels in Pakistan are also discussed.
The article suggests ways in which teachers can be supported. Furthermore, it reflects on how to ensure that teachers in early childhood education are equipped with the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values that will help them to be good teachers and learners.