Active Involvement Of Teachers Research Articles

How do early childhood education leaders shape professional learning communities?

ABSTRACT This study examined how early childhood leaders working simultaneously as kindergarten teachers perceive the professional learning communities they lead – explicitly identifying the factors that promote or hinder the communities’ development from the leader’s point of view. A qualitative-phenomenological approach was applied using semi-structured interviews of ten early childhood leaders. Factors that contributed to a community’s successful functioning were discussions on practices and real-life dilemmas, active involvement of teachers in community meetings, and creating an atmosphere based on trust and closeness. On the other hand, hindering factors were essentially allocated time to transferring agendas and information from superintendents and limited collaborative culture among teachers beyond community meetings. The findings highlight the considerable potential of professional communities for providing significant assistance to kindergarten teachers to promote children’s education. Nevertheless, leaders need more autonomy in determining the content of meetings and additional knowledge and strategies to strengthen pedagogical collaborations between community participants.

Innovation in Biology Education: Classroom Action Research as a Catalyst for the Renewal of Teaching Methods in Indonesia

Abstract. This study emphasizes the critical importance of enhancing Classroom Action Research (CAR) as a catalyst for more sustainable Biology education. The primary factors identified include a lack of comprehensive information regarding the implementation of CAR across various regions in Indonesia and the current weaknesses inherent in CAR. The objective of this research is to examine the effectiveness of CAR in improving the understanding of biological concepts and to propose a model for sustainable CAR. A systematic review method following the PRISMA approach was employed to analyze relevant studies. The findings reveal that CAR is effective across almost all Biology teaching methods, enhancing quality through student participation, creativity, and learning outcomes. However, the principal challenge lies in the unsustainable nature of CAR, which hampers long-term improvement efforts. This study develops a sustainable CAR design, referred to as Sustainable Action Research (SAR), which encompasses comprehensive planning, monitored implementation, evaluation of outcomes and processes, and reflective practices to develop new strategies. SAR acts as a catalyst for the renewal of Biology teaching methods, enabling educators to adapt to evolving educational challenges. Recommendations for future research include focusing on the implementation of SAR and evaluating its effectiveness. Active teacher involvement in every stage of SAR is essential to ensure that innovations are aligned with on-the-ground needs. Collaboration between academics and teachers is also crucial to improving the quality of education in Indonesia, particularly in the field of Biology education Keywords: classroom action research, sustainable action research, biology education, sustainable education

Penggunaan Platform Online dalam Pengajaran Matakuliah Al-Hadis dalam Bahasa Arab

The use of online platforms in teaching Al-Hadith courses in Arabic is the focus of this study, which aims to evaluate the effectiveness of technology-based learning in the pandemic era. This study uses a qualitative approach with a purposive sampling method in the Islamic Broadcasting Communication Study Program, Faculty of Da'wah and Communication Sciences UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta, involving 33 2nd semester students. Data were collected through online questionnaires, with 8 questions using a Likert scale 5 to measure student perceptions. Data analysis follows the Miles and Huberman model through data reduction, presentation, and inference. The results showed that most students felt technically ready to use online platforms, facilitating in-depth interactions such as discussions and forums. Support from teachers and time flexibility have also been shown to increase student satisfaction with learning. However, challenges in time management and the need for active involvement of teachers were also identified as important factors. In conclusion, learning al-Hadith through online platforms can provide an effective and satisfying learning experience, provided there is adequate infrastructure and support.

Implementasi Metode Sidayu dalam Meningkatkan Bacaan Al – Qur’an di TK Tarbiyatul Wildan

This research aims to examine the implementation of the Sidayu Method in improving the ability to read the Al-Qur'an in Tarbiyatul Wildan Kindergarten. The Sidayu method is a learning approach that combines various teaching techniques to help children understand and memorize Al-Qur'an reading more effectively. This research uses a qualitative approach with a case study method. Data was collected through observation, interviews and documentation of students and teachers at Tarbiyatul Wildan Kindergarten. The research results show that the application of the Sidayu Method can significantly improve children's ability to read the Al-Qur'an. Children recognize hijaiyah letters more quickly and can read more fluently. Apart from that, this method also makes the learning process more fun and interesting for children. Factors that support the successful implementation of this method include the active involvement of teachers, the use of varied learning media, and support from parents. This research concludes that the Sidayu Method is effective in improving Al-Qur'an reading at kindergarten level. The recommendation for educators is to consider applying this method in Al-Qur'an learning at other basic education levels.

Assessing early childhood physical literacy score in Indonesia: exploring the correlation between teacher perception, active teacher involvement, and school status

Assessing early childhood physical literacy score in Indonesia: exploring the correlation between teacher perception, active teacher involvement, and school status

Implementation of Competency-Based Curriculum in Improving the Quality of Education in Schools

The aim of this research is to evaluate Curriculum Effectiveness: Understanding the extent to which a competency-based curriculum can improve the quality of education by measuring student learning outcomes, level of mastery of material, and students' ability to apply the knowledge and skills they learn. This research uses qualitative/quantitative methods with a descriptive approach. Some of the instruments used in this research are student portfolios, practical exams, formative assessments. The researcher's data collection techniques used interviews, questionnaires, classroom observations, classroom observations, document analysis, exams and assessments, focus group discussions, and reflective notes. This research shows that the implementation of Competency-Based Curriculum (KBK) in the context of school education requires the active involvement of teachers in preparing more contextual learning that is oriented towards skills development. Students are expected to become successful, honest, disciplined, and responsible individuals. However, the quality of education in Indonesia still requires many improvements, including the implementation of appropriate policies as an alternative solution to educational problems. Relevant KBK programs with initiatives for training education personnel include participation in various places, development of family planning organizations, and utilizing the education process to address educational gaps. The importance of administrative support, resource availability, and continuous evaluation and assessment are key to the successful implementation of KBK. Parental and community involvement are also crucial in supporting the implementation of KBK, which ultimately positively impacts the quality of education, student motivation, and alignment with local needs.

ANALISIS TANTANGAN PEMANFAATAN ALAT DIGITAL DALAM PENDIDIKAN PADA ANAK YANG CENDERUNG MENGHABISKAN WAKTU UNTUK GAME ONLINE DI MI AT-TARBIYAH SUMBERASIH

This research aims to analyze the challenges of using digital tools in education for children who tend to spend time playing online games at MI AT-Tarbiyah Banjarsari, Banjarsari District. Sumberasih. In the digital era, the use of digital tools in learning is becoming increasingly important. However, children's tendency to spend time playing online games can be a barrier to the effective use of digital tools in educational settings. This research method uses a qualitative approach with data collection techniques through observation, interviews and documentation studies. The research subjects were teachers, parents and students of MI AT-Tarbiyah Banjarsari District. Sumberasih has a tendency to spend time playing online games. The research results show that there are several challenges in using digital tools in children's education at MI AT-Tarbiyah Banjarsari. Factors such as parents' lack of understanding of the benefits of digital tools in education, limited access to technology, and the strong appeal of online games are the main obstacles. This research recommends the need to increase parents' understanding of the benefits of digital tools in education, the active involvement of teachers in developing interesting educational content, and the development of school policies that support the positive use of digital tools. In this way, it is hoped that we can overcome challenges and increase the effectiveness of the use of digital devices in improving the quality of education for children who tend to spend time playing online games.

THE IMPORTANCE OF PLAYING FOR CHILDREN’S COGNITIVE AND PSYCHOMOTOR DEVELOPMENT

Playing has been part of people’s lives since ancient times, being an important learning mechanism. Therefore, it is necessary to observe and take into account its real importance in child development. Playing in a playful way builds knowledge, with play being an extraordinary way to develop learning and build a child’s real world. However, playing stimulates the improvement of children’s motor skills and functions as inexhaustible sources of promoting playfulness, affection and education. Through games, games and recreational activities, they exercise their cognitive skills, such as problem solving, creativity, imagination and concentration. Furthermore, playing at school can contribute to social interaction and the building of healthy relationships between children. Educators and education professionals must understand the importance of playing and know how to integrate it appropriately into the school curriculum. This involves creating spaces for play, selecting appropriate materials and toys, developing instructional recommendations that emphasize play, and active teacher involvement in guidance and mediation activities.

DAMPAK SUPERVISI KEPALA SEKOLAH TERHADAP KINERJA GURU DI TINGKAT SEKOLAH LANJUTAN TINGKAT PERTAMA (SLTP)

This study aims to analyze the impact of school principals' supervision on teacher performance in public Junior High Schools (SLTP) in the Batang Tuaka District. School principals' supervision is an essential factor in improving teaching quality, teacher motivation, and collaboration among teachers. Descriptive research method was employed, gathering data through observations, interviews, and documentary studies. The results of the study indicate that school principals' supervision has a positive impact on teacher performance. Directed and effective supervision helps improve the quality of teachers' instruction, motivates teachers in carrying out their duties, and fosters collaboration among teachers. Supporting factors such as effective communication, active teacher involvement, consistent support from school principals, and a school culture that supports the professional development of teachers also play a vital role in maximizing the impact of school principals' supervision. Therefore, it is recommended that school principals and relevant stakeholders pay serious attention to the practice of school principals' supervision to enhance the quality of education in public Junior High Schools in the Batang Tuaka District. This study provides a significant contribution to understanding the relationship between school principals' supervision and teacher performance in the context of public Junior High Schools.

Pendampingan Motivasi Belajar Siswa melalui Penggunaan Ice Breaking dan Media Visual di MI Islamiyah Bumijaya

The aim of community service activities is to provide learning motivation through the use of Ice Breaking and Visual Media at MI Islamiyah Bumijaya. The implementation of PKM activities is carried out in several activity stages, including Problem Identification, Preparation of Program Plans, Training and Preparation, Program Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation and Preparation of Final Reports. The results of this PKM activity obtained good results, such as increased motivation, student activity in class, and increased student learning concentration both in class and outside of class. The active involvement of teachers, students and parents has contributed to the success of this PKM program. This shows that investment in education has a positive impact on students' development and creates a brighter future for them

Evaluating High School Students' Views on Online Learning with Meeting Apps during COVID-19

This descriptive qualitative research aims to explore students' experiences in online learning via meeting applications. The purposive sampling method was used to select 11 members of the "Ryca Study Group" as respondents. The interview results show that online learning through meeting applications has become the new norm during the Covid-19 pandemic. The majority of students feel able to understand some subjects well, but there are also technical challenges and a lack of direct interaction with teachers and classmates. Some students are happy with the flexibility of time and accessibility of online learning, while others feel less motivated and experience boredom. In improving online learning, students suggested more interesting material, use of on-cam features for better interaction, and more active teacher involvement. By combining these suggestions, schools can continue to improve the quality of online learning and provide a better learning experience for students.

Virtual/Blended Delivery and the Future of Learning: A Reflection From Practice

This paper analyses teaching and learning practices in two diverse national contexts using reflection from experience. As an educator, I have experienced diverse teaching and learning contexts at different stages of my teaching journey. This diverse context experience, which ranges from my learning as a student in the traditional classroom environment in Nepal in the late 70s and early 80s with changing context of education delivery in early 2000 as an educator, and finally to the modern classroom environment with the virtual mode of delivery in the New Zealand tertiary sector, has encouraged me to reflect on my professional practice. I am using Mitra’s conceptual framework of the school in the cloud in my reflexivity. Sugata Mitra, through his school in the cloud concept, encourages disrupting the traditional system of education that acknowledges teachers as the core of knowledge. Instead, Mitra suggested that computer and the internet could act as a medium of knowledge without the active involvement of teachers. In this paper, I analyse and discuss how Mitra’s concept of self-organised learning could be applied to the future of learning in the 21st century.

ORGANIZATION OF SCIENTIFIC AND RESEARCH ACTIVITIES IN INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION AS AN IMPORTANT FACTOR OF THE PROFESSIONAL TRAINING OF SPECIALISTS

B a c k g r ou nd . The article deals with modern requirements for the training and retraining of scientific and pedagogical and scientific personnel, as well as for higher professional education which lacks qualitatively new theoretical and methodical support for scientific and research activities. Higher education institutions of Ukraine occupy a leading place in the system of multi-level training and retraining of scientific and scientific-pedagogical personnel. Many of them have created such scientific centers as specialized academic councils for the defense of doctoral dissertations and councils for the defense of doctors of philosophy (PhD), master's, postgraduate, doctoral studies, a system of additional professional education, retraining and advanced training of personnel. Being aware of methodology, theory, technology, methods and organization of scientific research activity is a necessary basis for graduate students, doctoral students, holders of scientific degrees, employees of scientific divisions of institutions of various profiles, organizers of scientific research activities of all levels. The requirements for the professional training of graduates of higher education institutions provide for the active involvement of teachers and students in scientific research. Purpose and objectives. To conduct a theoretical analysis of the state of Ukrainian and foreign scientific research work of students with the aim of expanding scientific knowledge about the organization and development of pedagogical research technologies; on the development of student scientific creativity in all its forms for the future teacher to master the methodology of scientific research, the conscious introduction into pedagogical practice of the latest achievements of science, technology and culture. Re su lt s . In this context, the search for new technologies, reproduction and expansion of the scientific potential of future teachers, effective application, formation and development of scientific schools, creation of the most favorable conditions for the creative growth of future specialists acquire special importance. C onc lu si on s . Successful mastery of research and creative work skills by bachelors and masters helps them relatively easily join professional activities, transform scientific knowledge into the field of practical application. In this regard, the curricula of most institutions of higher education in Ukraine include special educational disciplines on the basics of scientific and research activity and elements of scientific creativity are introduced into fundamental, professionally oriented as well as special disciplines. This contributes to the creation of the necessary conditions for the integration of a higher school of Ukraine into the world educational and scientific space by activating the processes of involving talented young people in scientific research, implementing the experience of the world's leading universities as a prerequisite for the formation and development of a teacher's personality.

English Majors’ Perceptions of Chinese-English Translation Learning and Translation Competence

Translation is an indispensable language activity and communication method. Translation from Chinese to foreign languages, especially English, is significant to tell Chinese stories well, growing into an urgent issue in China. While cultivating translation talents is crucial, translation competence is a complicated system consisting of various sub competences. To improve English majors’ Chinese-English (C-E) translation competence, it is necessary to first investigate their perceptions of C-E translation learning and competence. Based on the preliminary mastery of English majors’ status quo in C-E translation learning and competence, this research sheds insight into the C-E translation pedagogy. This paper presented: How do English majors perceive C-E translation learning and C-E translation competence? To answer the question, this study adopted a survey research design that was quantitative and applied the instrument of two questionnaires. The multiple-choice questionnaire was to investigate their perceptions of C-E translation learning, and the five-Likert scale questionnaire was to seek their self-perceived C-E translation competence. The study was carried out in 2022 among 125 English majors at Zaozhuang University, China. The results showed that most participants recognized the importance of C-E translation and their primary purpose was to enhance bilingual proficiency, and the texts that they were most interested in translating were practical styles and on diverse topics of China. Furthermore, more than half held the active involvement of teachers and learners and over 85% affirmed the effect of group learning and individual learning. It was found that their mean score of self-perceived C-E translation competence was 2.87.

Developing the level of metacognitive awareness of students with low academic performance. Pilot study conducted in the online learning environment

"The aim of the study is to highlight the efficiency of a program of activities implemented to develop the level of learning metacognitive awareness of students with low academic performance. The study was conducted on a total of 28 students from the Faculty of Social Humanistic Sciences, University of Oradea, Romania, equally divided into two groups, experimental and control. The didactic strategy used for the experimental group used tools of the mind in activities having the role of support learning for the coursebook content units of Theory and Methodology of Teacher Training. The entire program of activities took place outside classes and seminars, in online. The research tool was Metacognitive Awareness Inventory, validated on the Romanian population by A. Glava, having a number of 53 items. The research findings partially validate the research hypothesis. The program of activities contributed to the improvement of the level of metacognitive awareness of the students in the experimental group, in the posttest stage as compared with the pretest. In the intergroup comparisons, in the posttest, there were statistically significant results only for the Information Management Strategies subscale, with higher mean values in the experimental group. The research findings emphasize the need for an active involvement of teachers, managers of universities in identifying and using teaching strategies to support students with low academic performance in learning, to reduce their risk of dropping out."

Resistances to Educational Change: Teachers’ Perceptions

Educational changes require a great effort on the part of the entire educational community and, above all, the active involvement of teachers. The aim of this article was to analyze the main resistances to change that predominate among teachers at different educational stages. Through a non-experimental design, using an online questionnaire, teachers’ beliefs about factors influencing resistance to change were collected. The results indicate that the participants do not have great resistance to educational change and that legislative changes and the perception of teachers as having excessive functions are the most common aspects of resistance. There is greater resistance to change among men and in public schools and as the experience and age of the teaching staff increases. Based on the results, it is suggested that the educational center be placed as the unit of change, increasing the leadership of the director to carry out the changes suggested by the center itself, fostering teamwork among teachers, and institutionally supporting innovative initiatives that are evaluated or facilitating teacher training in relation to their teaching practice.

Conditions for the Active Involvement of Teachers in a Design-Based Research Project

Design-based research (DBR) develops solutions in combination with research and has gained increasing popularity in educational research. This research approach involves close collaboration between researchers and practitioners. Many studies show that teachers are often passive participants in DBR projects, where their role becomes implementing researchers’ ideas. This paper reports on a case where teachers became, instead, a driving force in a DBR project and investigates the conditions for this to happen. Data were collected by means of group interviews with the eight pilot teachers in the KreTek project, which was undertaken as a collaboration between a university and a municipality in Norway. The authors’ own experiences as participants in the project also form part of the empirical basis for the study. The conditions for active involvement identified here are 1. A shared and relevant challenge; 2. An open entrance to the project; 3. An allocated time and meeting space; and 4. Responsibility and autonomy. The results are discussed in light of perspectives on teacher professionalism, theories on self-determination and previous research on teachers’ roles in collaboration between researchers and teachers. It is concluded that by fulfilling the identified conditions for active involvement of teachers with an emphasis on trust, responsibility and autonomy, teachers may play an active role in DBR projects. In turn, this can facilitate a fruitful process where products of research projects using a DBR approach are deeply grounded in practitioners’ contexts and thus are able to meet the actual needs of schools.

The role of the teacher in the multicultural competence development of students of higher educational institutions

The purpose of the research is to outline the features of the development of students’ multicultural competence and determine the role of the teacher in this process. Methods of synthesis, analysis, experiment, questionnaire and observation method has been used in the academic paper. The obtained results have confirmed the hypothesis: increasing the level of multicultural competence of students in a student-centered educational environment can be implemented subject to the active involvement of the teacher. Regular studying foreign languages and non-specialized disciplines also contributes to the development of multicultural competence. To assess multicultural competence, it has been proposed to use criteria that allow evaluating the impact of learning foreign languages and non-specialized disciplines, as well as the participation of teachers - curators. The pedagogical expediency has been proved and the application of forms, means and content components of the multicultural educational environment has been substantiated, as well as recommendations have been developed towards improving the effectiveness of the acquisition of multicultural competence of students with the active involvement of teachers.

Visible mathematics pedagogy: A model for transforming classroom practice

ABSTRACT This paper focuses on the development of a model of research and professional development which aims to bring about transformations in classroom practice in situations that have previously proved resistant to change. We explore reasons why conventional models have failed to address one such situation, the continuing predominance of teacher-centred pedagogies in mathematics classrooms. We draw on findings from the Visible Mathematics Pedagogy research project to highlight how a critical model of participatory action research can be refined to enhance its potential to bring about changes in classroom practice. We report on research tools and processes that were developed, distinct from those commonly used in research, including the organisation of research team meetings around participatory principles, the active involvement of teachers in designing and employing data collection tools, and in generating protocols associated with video-stimulated reflection. We demonstrate how these research tools and processes enhanced collaboration and teacher agency, the trustworthiness of the research findings and teachers’ critical reflection on existing practice. We argue that our refined model of participatory action research can inform and support teachers and researchers wishing to transform classroom practice, especially in situations analogous to many mathematics classrooms, in which conventional models have had limited impact.

ВИКОРИСТАННЯ ДОСВІДУ ПІДВИЕЩННЯ КВАЛІФІКАЦІЇ БРИТАНСЬКИХ ВИКЛАДАЧІВ ВИЩОЇ ШКОЛИ В УКРАЇНІ

The article considers the recommendations for the domestic system of advanced training of scientific and pedagogical staff of higher educational institutions on the basis of the British experience. It is noted that it is appropriate for the domestic system of professional development of scientific and pedagogical staff to use the ideas of corporate education and network approach, which will allow teachers to better adapt to new requirements due to socio-economic changes, timely update and improve their professional knowledge. There is also a need for systematic monitoring of the problems and needs of teachers in order to respond quickly and develop current and modern programs and training courses. It is stated that to improve the efficiency of coordination of work on professional development of scientific and pedagogical staff it is necessary to organize such activities in different departments of the university, which will build an effective individual route of professional growth of teacher from assistant to professor at different levels and in different areas. It is concluded that in order to ensure that the content of the programs meets the needs of students of advanced training courses, it is necessary to significantly improve the feedback between teachers who improve their skills and course developers, including through the Internet and other modern technologies. It is also noted that in order to organize the process of professional development, relevant to each teacher, it is necessary to develop special programs that would take into account the interests and needs of each such teacher. In turn, to optimize the methods and forms of professional development of university teachers it is necessary to use an orderly system of interaction between the moderator and students of the course, the use of e-interactive learning in combination with traditional methods in accordance with the program of advanced training. The active involvement of teachers of domestic universities in the process of professional development will also be facilitated by constructive changes in determining their workload and in the material stimulation of professional activity.