CONTINUING TEACHER EDUCATION AND ITS IMPACTS ON TEACHING QUALITY

Abstract

This article aims to analyze the importance of continuing teacher education and its impacts on teaching quality. This is a qualitative bibliographic review based on scientific studies available in databases such as Google Scholar and SciELO. The results indicate that continuing education is essential for improving pedagogical practices, professional updating, and addressing contemporary educational challenges. Teachers who engage in ongoing professional development tend to adopt more reflective and innovative practices aligned with students’ needs. However, challenges related to the implementation of training programs and public policies are also identified. It is concluded that continuing teacher education is fundamental to improving teaching quality.