Creating a positive home-school partnership through professional learning for teachers – A scoping review of the international literature

Abstract

This scoping review identified the international literature on teachers' skill development for enhancing home-school partnerships (HSP), encompassing both initial teacher education and continuing professional development. Using the PRISMA-ScR method, the search spanned six databases, yielding 2947 records. After screening 2044 records, 30 studies met the inclusion criteria. Over half the professional learning opportunities were delivered in person, including a theoretical focus addressing parent/carer engagement, practical behaviour skills training and interpersonal skill development. Teacher attitudes and perceptions both enabled and constrained professional learning. Successful programs supported genuine stakeholder collaboration and created a shared understanding of HSP.