Level of Pedagogical Content Knowledge among Female New Science Teachers in light of Several Variables: A longitudinal Survey Study

Abstract

The current study aimed to measure the level of Pedagogical content knowledge of female new science teachers during the academic year for three times, in light of a number of variables: institution of preparation, GPA, classes taught by the teacher, years of experience, and the level of professional development. A longitudinal descriptive survey was conducted with a sample of (38) female teachers. The data were collected through lesson plans content analysis, class observations and semi-structures interviews. The results showed a statistically significant change (p < 0.05) in the level of pedagogical content knowledge, but this change was curvilinear. Also, the results indicated that there was no statistically significant interaction (p < 0.05) for the change in the level of pedagogical content knowledge and all variables, except for the professional development level in favor of teachers with high professional development level. The study recommended the necessity of providing continuous support to the new teachers in the workplace environment, offering continuous professional development programs that meet the needs of new teachers during their early years of teaching.