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Finnish Teachers as ‘Makers of the Many’

Balancing between Broad Pedagogical Freedom and Responsibility

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Miracle of Education

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Finnish teachers have been the focus of interest of the international media, public decision makers and politicians as well as researchers into teaching. The results of Finnish pupils in PISA have encouraged many people to inquire about the characteristics and atmosphere of Finnish schools, especially the working conditions, as well as the enthusiastic, committed orientation of Finnish teachers.

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