Teacher Education in Sweden.

Overview & Synopsis

This report, in reviewing the educational system of Sweden, discussed the traditional system of education, reforms in teacher education, methods courses and current teacher education programs. The School of Education at Malmo was presented as an example of an institute of education. Studies in pedagogics were discussed in relation to teacher education curriculum. The fields of physical education and nature study in Sweden were also reviewed. An example of Scandinavian cooperation in education was cited through the Inter-Nordic Camp School, Hillerod, Denmark. Coordination of teacher preparation programs, academic studies, and physical education were established by the attendance of student teachers, college instructors, and school children at the camp. The conclusion of the report contained comparisons between the educational systems of Sweden and the United States. (BRB)