Teachers in Scotland could work flexible four-day week in class under new plans

Scottish government proposes a flexible four-day teaching week for teachers, aimed at reducing classroom contact time and promoting professional development. Plans also include national standards for pupil learning hours, creating space for lesson preparation and training outside of teaching hours. Unions are balloting members on strike action over reducing class contact time, emphasizing the importance of teachers having autonomy over allocated work time. The proposed changes come amidst concerns over teachers' workload, signaling a shift towards improving conditions and workload balance in schools.