The Teacher Educator Competency Framework

Defining professional standards for teacher educators in Cambodia

This framework is in development. Content below represents current planning

We are developing TDSO’s Teacher Educator Competency Framework to provide clear standards for teacher educator performance and structured pathways for professional growth. This comprehensive framework addresses Cambodia’s urgent need for skilled teacher educators who can drive systemic transformation.

Framework Foundation

The framework is built on two foundational principles:

In-Service Development

Recognising Cambodia’s need for immediate impact, the framework addresses the professional development needs of practising teacher educators whilst they continue in their roles. This ensures immediate application of learning and sustained impact across the education system.

Transferable Pedagogic Approaches (TPA)

Effective pedagogical approaches transfer across subject boundaries and geographical contexts. What teacher educators learn about facilitating professional development, supporting teacher learning, and evaluating constructively applies equally across all disciplines.

Framework Structure

TDSO is basing the framework primarily on the British Council’s internationally recognised Continuing Professional Development Framework for Teacher Educators, enhanced with three critical components addressing Cambodia’s specific context:

  1. Transferable Pedagogic Approaches (TPA): Explicitly developed as a core professional practice
  2. Working in Limited Resource Contexts: Practical constraints including overcrowding, immovable furniture, and limited materials
  3. Digital Transformation and AI in Education: Cambodia’s strategic opportunity for digital leapfrogging

The 14 Professional Practices

The framework encompasses 14 interconnected professional practices organised under three headings:

Knowledge-Based Competencies

  1. Knowing the Subject
  2. Understanding the Educational Context
  3. Understanding Transferable Pedagogic Approaches
  4. Understanding Teacher Learning

Skills for Effective Teacher Education

  1. Planning Teacher Learning
  2. Managing Teacher Learning
  3. Evaluating Teacher Competence
  4. Supporting Ongoing Teacher Professional Development
  5. Working in Resource-Constrained Contexts
  6. Adopting Inclusive Practices
  7. Digital Transformation and AI in Education
  8. Supporting Remote Learning

Approaches to Professional Development

  1. Taking Responsibility for Own Professional Development
  2. Contributing to the Profession

Development Stages

The framework identifies four stages of development:

  • Foundation: Building basic competencies
  • Engagement: Applying competencies in practice
  • Integration: Connecting competencies across contexts
  • Specialisation: Advanced expertise and leadership

This staged approach acknowledges that professional development is not linear and that individuals develop different skills at different points in their careers.

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