<研究ノート>教員の専門職性の向上を図るリトリートプログラムの開発 --学校におけるウェルビーイングの向上をめざして--

Abstract

This study reports on the development and implementation of a retreat program aimed at enhancing teacher professionalism and wellbeing in Japan. In response to the Central Education Council's report and the 4th Basic Plan for the Promotion of Education, which emphasizes the importance of ensuring teacher wellbeing, there is a growing need for effective teacher training programs. As part of a project under the Ministry of Education's “Teacher Training Advanced Model Development Project, ” the author proposed a blended learning approach and developed a retreat program within this framework. The program development was focused on improving teacher wellbeing and acquiring knowledge and skills in Social and Emotional Learning (SEL). After examining various U.S. approaches, the program was ultimately built upon the Engaged Teaching approach. This approach is characterized by its foundation in effective SEL program analysis and its wealth of activities designed for both teachers and students. The program was implemented in two formats: one-day retreat in Japan and three-days retreat in the US. Participants reported high satisfaction levels and perceived improvements in their professional development. These results suggest that the retreat program which was developed was effective in enhancing both teacher professionalism and wellbeing. This research offers valuable implications for developing teacher training programs tailored to the Japanese educational context.