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This paper explores the changes that role of the teacher has undergone throughout history. It also assesses the new challenges that teachers today face in the light of new technology and current social and cultural issues.

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Teaching is one of the world's oldest professions. It originated with the elders of the tribe explaining natural phenomena and the tribal customs to the young. Mass public education emerged in the 19th century. Teaching has under gone massive changes since that time. Today, society relies on teachers and educational institutions to provide the basis for a functioning society. Schools now have to plan and provide for a diversity of cultures and learning styles. Physical, social and emotional needs of students also need to be addressed. These accelerating social and cultural changes within the educational system continue to have a vast impact on the working lives on teachers.

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