OECD’s Innovation Strategy calls upon all sectors in the economy and society to innovate in order to foster productivity, growth and well-being. Education systems are critically important for innovation through the development of skills that nurture new ideas and technologies.

This report serves as the background report to the third Global Education Industry Summit which was held on 25-26 September 2017 in Luxembourg.

‘Innovative Teaching Practices in STEM Learning’ presents a collection of chapters showcasing cutting-edge methodologies that transform the approach to inspiring and educating the future generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators. Covering a spectrum from hands-on experiential learning to the seamless integration of immersive technologies, this book delves into dynamic strategies that not only spark curiosity but also nurture critical thinking skills, fostering a lasting passion for STEM disciplines. Join us on this journey to reshape the landscape of education as we empower learners with the essential skills to excel in a continuously evolving technological environment. This book surely redefines education for the innovators and leaders of the future.

Characteristics and Conditions for Innovative Teachers: International Perspectives is a must-read for all those with an interest in teacher education and in enabling teacher innovation. It provides a blend of education theory, practice and research and will appeal to a wide audience including teachers, teacher educators, student teachers, school leaders, policy makers and other stakeholders. Drawing on a wealth of international perspectives, this key text provides a unique insight into how innovative teachers are understood and supported in their respective contexts. It provides recommendations and insights into the characteristics of innovative teachers and considers how best to support professional development to ensure innovation is both encouraged and meaningful. Considering the impact of conditions, context and agency on innovative teachers, the book explores the concept of innovation. It provides rationales for the focus on innovative teachers, identifies characteristics of innovative teachers and offers conceptual models underpinned by research, along with an analysis of current international policy on innovation in education. It explores the rich data obtained from research undertaken in 16 different countries and concludes by focusing on how to nurture innovative teachers through professional development.

Measuring innovation in education and understanding its drivers and obstacles is essential to improve the quality of the education sector – and of specific educational establishments. Are pedagogical and administrative practices changing in the expected direction?

This book provides an analysis of the impact of disruptive environments on education and closely examines national and international research-based literature on how educational systems in a number of countries are successfully transforming educational delivery processes to better prepare students for an increasingly disrupted world.

International Journal of Educational Management and Development Studies (IJEMDS) is an open access refereed journal focused on educational leadership, educational management, teaching and learning across all disciplines and levels, internationalization of education, transnational education and societal issues on educational development. The field of education has been continuously evolving as influenced by its nature and the societal factors. As the journal celebrates the very dynamic and complex nature of education, it provides educators and researchers a platform for their research findings. This allows researchers to apply multiple designs to describe, analyze and evaluate the history, current issues and the future direction of education in regional and international contexts.