Includes bibliographical references.

Introduction – Issues Related to the Professional Development of Chemistry Teachers; Understanding the Cognitive and Affective Aspects of Chemistry Teachers' Learning and Professional Development; Top‑down Approaches for Chemistry Teachers' In‑service Professional Development; Cases of Bottom‑up Professional Development for Chemistry Teachers; Action Research as a Philosophy for Chemistry Teachers' Professional Development; Teacher Professional Development for Society, Sustainability, and Relevant Chemistry Education; Professional Development of Chemistry Teachers to Teach Effectively in the Chemistry Laboratory; Continuous Professional Development of Chemistry Teachers to Incorporate Information and Communication Technology; How to Educate Chemistry Teachers to Become Leaders; Summary.

With a solid grounding in theory and practice, this volume offers models and real‑world case studies to help chemistry educators understand factors affecting effective teaching, continuous teacher learning, and leadership roles in educational reform. Designed for researchers, teacher trainers, and professional development coordinators.