Abstract

PurposeThe authors are developing a model for rural science teacher professional development, building teacher expertise and collaboration and creating high-quality science lessons: technology-mediated lesson study (TMLS).Design/methodology/approachTMLS provided the means for geographically distributed teachers to collaborate, develop, implement and improve lessons. TMLS uses technology to capture lesson implementation and collaborate on lesson iterations.FindingsThis paper describes the seven steps of the TMLS process with examples, showing how teachers develop their content and pedagogical knowledge while building relationships.Originality/valueThe TMLS approach provides an innovative option for teachers to collaborate across distances and form strong, lasting relationships with others.

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