Program Overview

Program Overview

The Professional Development Course for Teacher Educators is a program designed to improve the practice of teacher education and enhance research capabilities. The program aims to provide a collaborative research environment for teacher educators, support the formation of a research network, and offer guidance on theory and methods for future graduate school applicants.

Program Details

• Location: Graduate School of Human and Social Sciences, Hiroshima University (Higashi-Hiroshima Campus)
• Objective: To improve the practice of teacher education and enhance research capabilities for teacher educators
• Total Hours: 120 hours
• Eligibility: Applicants must meet two requirements:
  • Have experience in teacher education in elementary, secondary, or higher education institutions, administration, NPOs, or companies
  • Hold a master's degree or equivalent (including professional degrees)
• Duration: May 2026 to January 2027 (first and second semesters)
• Capacity: Approximately 8 students
• Content:
  • Sharing and resolving challenges with other teacher educators
  • Participating in seminars on the latest theories and methods and engaging in discussions
  • Writing a research paper based on the program's activities
  • Improving the quality of teacher education practice through the program's activities
• Completion Requirements: Evaluation of the research paper and participation in the program; attendance at all 10 online lectures (3 hours each) and engagement in research activities for at least 90 hours
• Credits: Not available
• Implementation: The program will be planned, implemented, and evaluated by the Education Vision Research Institute (EVRI) and the course management committee

Program Structure

The program consists of two main courses:

• Teacher Educators' Theory Exploration and Self-Reflection Seminar: 30 hours, no credits, first and second semesters, instructors: Yosuke Matsumoto and Yu Osa
• Teacher Educators' Research Paper Writing Seminar: 90 hours, no credits, first and second semesters, instructors: Yosuke Matsumoto and Yu Osa

Admission

• Application Period: Until February 27, 2026
• Application Method: Submit the required documents, including the application form, resume, and proof of eligibility
• Tuition: 60,000 yen
• Note: The tuition fee is non-refundable; the program may be subject to change, and applicants are advised to confirm the details with the Education Academic Support Office (Graduate Course responsible) before applying.