Conclusions on European teachers and trainers for the future

Summary:

Set of conclusions adopted by the Council of the European Union in May 2020 on "European teachers and trainers for the future".

Further information:

The conclusions recognise that teachers and trainers are an indispensable driving force of education and training, and acknowledge their commitment during the current COVID-19 crisis. The document invites Member States to undertake a number of measures related to developing the competences of teachers and trainers, promoting their participation in continuous professional development, promoting their mobility, involving them in future policy design and fostering their wellbeing. The conclusions also invite the European Commission to continue supporting the development of education and training opportunities for prospective and practicing teachers and trainers, as well as their mobility.

The set of conclusions was adopted by the Council via written procedure on 25 May 2020.

Official

Council of the European Union: Press Release, 26/05/2020: European teachers and trainers: the Council adopts conclusions https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/press-releases/2020/05/26/european-teachers-and-trainers-the-council-adopts-conclusions/

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