Teachers forced to teach outside their expertise as shortage worsens
A growing national teacher shortage is forcing educators to teach subjects outside their area of specialisation.
New Zealand is facing a significant teacher shortfall, with educators increasingly being assigned to teach subjects beyond their expertise. According to an education professor, this represents a concerning situation for the quality of teaching and learning in schools.
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'A perfect storm': Teachers forced outside subjects of expertise as shortage bites
Teachers are being forced to teach subjects outside their area of expertise as national shortfall climbs, according to an education professor.