Abstract
The qualitative study explored how master’s students in educational leadership in Azerbaijan perceive the future educator's profile. Through a group project, 163 students developed this profile, highlighting essential skills and qualities for engaging the new generation. One-on-one interviews provided insights into the adequacy of pedagogical university preparation, while thematic analysis revealed areas needing development, including emotional intelligence training, technology integration, educational trend alignment, and enhanced practical training. A review of BA program syllabi at various Azerbaijani universities focused on course inclusion, practical experiences, and theory integration. This analysis aimed to determine if foundational education aligns with student needs, identifying strengths and gaps in educator preparation. The study incorporated Complexity Theory in Education to analyze systemic behaviors and adaptations, addressed teacher burnout by examining its contributing factors, and explored a novel metaphorical model of teacher states – solid, liquid, and gas – to depict levels of adaptability and resilience. Additionally, the introduction of a hierarchical pyramid model helped to stratify the necessary competencies for future educators, providing a structured framework for analysis. The qualitative nature of this research may limit the generalizability of its findings, and further investigation with a larger and more diverse sample could provide a more comprehensive understanding of the issues discussed.
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Rena Alasgarova, The Modern Educational Complex Named in Honour of Heydar Aliyev, Azerbaijan
Jeyhun Rzayev, ADA University, Azerbaijan
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Conference: PCE2024
Stream: Higher education
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Alasgarova R., & Rzayev J. (2024) Evaluating Pedagogical University Preparation for Educators of Tomorrow ISSN: 2758-0962 The Paris Conference on Education 2024: Official Conference Proceedings (pp. 35-49) https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2758-0962.2024.4
To link to this article: https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2758-0962.2024.4
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