ISMETeacher Forum

The International Teacher Professional Development Center (ITPDC) was created by the Teacher Forum to strengthen the professional capacity of music educators across diverse global contexts. Supported by ISME’s Commissions and Special Interest Groups, ITPDC provides research-based, practical teaching strategies and resources that promote excellence and intercultural learning.

Through coordinated international workshops and accessible online content, the ITPDC offers structured, certified professional development aligned with ISME’s mission and values. A central feature of the ITPDC is its global community of practice, connecting ISME member teachers for mentorship, knowledge exchange, and collaborative growth. By fostering sustained dialogue and shared innovation, the ITPDC equips educators to meet the evolving needs of music teaching and learning worldwide.

Since its launch in 2025, the ITPDC has hosted a series of successful online workshops exploring creativity, pedagogy, and social engagement in music education. The inaugural keynote session in August 2025, led by Professor Pamela Burnard (University of Cambridge), set the tone for the Teacher Forum’s vision of unlocking teacher research and creative practice. This was followed by successful professional development series in the subsequent months, addressing varied themes such as navigating change in the classroom, reimagining classroom cultures, and connecting through diverse pedagogical and value systems, all reinforcing the ITPDC’s role as a global hub for teacher learning.