Competence Of Teachers Research Articles

Assessment of Textbook Content and Teachers’ Competence in Climate Change Education at the Primary Level

Abstract This study aims to examine the climate change education (CCE) provision in grade 5 textbooks (science and social studies) and the competence of teachers in teaching CCE in a primary girls’ schools in Skardu, Baltistan, Pakistan. It employs mixed-method research that uses both qualitative and quantitative approaches to gather data. The first phase of the study involved collecting qualitative data to examine the provision of CCE content in selected textbooks taught in grade 5. The researcher adapted an interview questionnaire to assess the competence of teachers teaching in 38 schools. The provision of themes and topics based on the seven principles of climate literacy given by the U.S. Global Change Research Program was identified by using latent content analysis (LCA). The study concludes that science and social studies textbooks lack the incorporation of CCE content of principles 1, 4, 6, and 7. Furthermore, the majority of teachers have not received training to use digital media and apply activity-based methods to engage campus and community support for CCE. The study also found that the selected schools lack school planting campaigns, CCE committees, and CCE walks. Above all, the respondents possess conflicting views about whether climate change is a natural or human-contributed phenomenon. Significance Statement Like other countries around the globe, Pakistan is the victim of climatic disasters which have disastrous effects on the economy, agriculture, healthcare, and weather conditions. These effects are exacerbated by lacking awareness, attitudinal issues, and poor pro-climate-supported practices at the academic and societal levels (Asian Development Bank 2022). Awareness, knowledge, and a supportive environment during childhood form attitudes and promote practices that have lasting impacts throughout the life of the individual (Gulraiz and Ali 2021). Therefore, children need to learn and adopt proclimate lifestyles, such as observing cleanliness, practicing planting, and judicious use of energy resources. With this background, we assessed the textbooks based on seven principles of climate literacy given by the U.S. Global Change Research Program (USGCRP 2009) and observed that principles 1, 4, 6, and 7 are not adequately addressed in science and social studies textbooks taught in public schools. Moreover, teachers have not received training to use digital media and gather campus and community support, and they have a stereotypical understanding of climate change. The study possesses significant implications for curriculum revisions and elementary education management to address the gaps relating to climate change education (CCE).

Transformasi Model Pembelajaran dalam Meningkatkan Kualitas Pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam (PAI): Studi Kasus di SMA Al Muslim Sidoarjo

This research aims to determine the transformation of learning models in improving the quality of Islamic religious education (PAI) learning at SMA Al Muslim Sidoarjo. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method with a case study approach. Data collection techniques in this research are through observation, interviews and documentation. Data analysis techniques are carried out through data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. Data validity using triangulation techniques. The results of the research show that the transformation of the learning model at SMA Al Muslim Sidoarjo is done by supervising and improving facilities in the form of facilities and infrastructure from school management. Efforts to improve the quality of PAI learning through transformation of the learning model are carried out by looking at teacher competency and monitoring the school principal as well as full support from school management. Supporting factors for the transformation of the learning model are developing digital skills and applying religious moral values, monitoring students' academic progress through the My Al Muslim application and discussing to find joint solutions to improve learning and IT infrastructure in addition to providing school internet. Meanwhile, the inhibiting factor is the challenge of teacher consistency in continuing to adapt to digital learning models that are always up-to-date. In the future, schools are expected to continue to innovate learning and evaluate inhibiting factors so that the delivery of material from teachers to students becomes more competent.

Construction, evidence of validity and reliability of a Teacher Socioemotional Competencies Scale - ECSED

Social-emotional competencies are complex actions that include skills, knowledge and attitudes to maintain effective and satisfactory social interactions. As well as, managing one's own and other people's emotions in different environments. They are vital for healthy coexistence in higher education. The purpose of this research was to establish the evidence of validity and reliability for the scale of socioemotional competencies of university teachers. Scale constructed under the pentagonal model approach of Bizquerra and Pérez (2007). The study is cross-sectional and instrumental. A non-probabilistic convenience sample of 237 teachers from public and private universities in Lima (Peru), from different professional careers, aged between 24 and 70 years, male and female, was used. Satisfactory evidence of content-based validity was found for the criteria of clarity, pertinence, and relevance for each of the items using Aiken's V technique. For validity based on the internal structure of the construct, a Penta dimensional model and a bi-factor model were contrasted by confirmatory factor analysis, with better fit values for the second model (CFI and TLI > 0.95, RMSEA and SRMR < 0.07, = ω h = 0.90, ECV and PUC > 0.95), and favorable evidence of convergent and discriminant validity was also found. For both the overall score and the scores for each factor, there were coefficients denoting high reliability (ordinal α and ω > 0.90).

Influence of organization ethos on research competence of teachers in higher education institutions

Influence of organization ethos on research competence of teachers in higher education institutions

A New Digital Competence Framework for Primary School Design and Technology Teachers

The digital competence framework for DT teachers in primary schools was validated using Principal Component Analysis (PCA). With this framework, relevant parties identifythe training needs of existing DT teachers or trainee teachers who takethe DT subject for continuous self-reflection and improvement. This study was conducted to examine the reliability of the DIGIGLO Digital Competency Assessment instrument using Rasch Model as a measurement of its reliability. Testing and validation wereconducted to ensure that the elements of the digital teacher competency framework meet the Principal Component Analysis (PCA) criteria. The purpose wasto ensure and confirm that the measured research elements are independent. The study involved 283 primary school Design and Technology teachers in the state of Johor. Respondents answered the online questionnaire using Google Forms to obtain the necessarydata for this study. For verifying the digital competency framework, the researcher used the Rasch measurement model approach by conducting Principal Component Analysis (PCA) using Winsteps software. The findings indicate that the validated framework can effectively identify areas for teacher development. Recommendations for policy and practice include targeted training programs and continuous professional development.The results indicate that the framework is reliable and effective for assessing digital competencies, and its implementation can significantly enhance the quality of DT education in primary schools in Johor.Findings of this study provides a model for precise skill assessment and tailored professional development that can be applied across various educational settings to improve vocational training. This approach ensures that TVET educators are equipped with the necessary digital skills to meet the evolving demands of the educational and labor markets, fostering a more digitally adept and competitive workforce.

Music Teacher Competences Oriented Toward Inclusive Education: An Analysis of Proposals in the Initial Pre-Service Teacher Training Phase

Initial pre-service teacher training should include insights and learning that are closely related to classroom practice. In this paper, we analyse the expectations voiced by pre-service teachers studying toward a master’s degree in secondary education as well as by in-service teachers. Both groups participated in a 6-month professional development project focusing on the competences they need as music teachers in order to achieve inclusion in the classroom. Results from interviews and focus groups confirm that music teachers require multidimensional and correlated training that combines and integrates didactic, pedagogical, disciplinary, and transversal competences in their professional practice. Multidimensional correlated training and a critical teaching attitude are essential for teachers to be equipped to rationally address music learning needs and problems in the inclusive classroom. Findings of this exploratory study can be used as guidelines for policy makers and curriculum developers.

영아교사의 부모교육역량 제고를 위한 교사교육 프로그램 개발 및 효과

The purpose of this study is to develop an educational program to enhance the parental education competency of infant teachers so that infant teachers can recognize their role as parental educators and implement parental education in the child care field. To this end, prior research analysis and a demand survey were conducted in the analysis and design stage and 288 teachers in charge of the 2-year-old infant class and 239 parents with 2-year-old children. In the implementation stage, a program (draft) was executed for 10 infant teachers, and in the evaluation stage, the final program was developed by revising and supplementing based on the data collected in the implementation stage. The educational program to enhance the parental education competency of infant teachers aims to enhance the knowledge, skills, and attitudes of teachers, which are the categories of parental education competency of infant teachers, and the educational content was organized by selecting eight topics in connection with the educational goal. Teaching and learning methods are conducted through lectures, field case-oriented discussions, temperament tests, field visits, and role-play activities through cases, and are operated offline for the 8th session (16th session). The results of this study suggest that programs to enhance parental education competency of infant teachers should be actively implemented, and programs that can comprehensively enhance parental education competency are needed.

The INFLUENCE OF TEACHER COMPETENCY ON STUDENTS' LEARNING INTEREST

The conditions in the world of education, particularly in the role of teachers as teaching staff, have failed to meet expectations for teachers with competence in their field to realize the dream of national education goals in creating students with achievements and character who can make the community, nation, and state proud. The purpose of this study is to investigate the influence of Teacher Competency on Interest in Learning, determine how much influence Teacher Competency has on Interest in Learning, and examine techniques for enhancing students' interest in learning through Teacher Competency. The method employed is descriptive analysis, including random sampling and data gathering techniques that include observation and documentation. Meanwhile, the data analysis strategy employs the product moment correlation method. The research results showed that the correlation coefficient was 0.785, or 78.5%, while the termination coefficient was 0.617 or 61.7%.

The Role of Self-Intention in Mediating the Influence of Teacher Competency and YouTube Media on Learning Outcomes in Elementary School

Objective: Teachers create an intrinsic urge to continue to improve themselves and utilize YouTube media as a practical learning tool. On the other hand, students' self-intentions determine how actively they use YouTube media to deepen their understanding of arts and culture. This research explores the urgency and influence of teacher competence and YouTube media intensity on Arts and Culture learning outcomes through students' self-intentions. Method: The survey method was used to collect data based on probability sampling from 68 students at Elementary School 1 Surodikraman Ponorogo. Data collection was carried out using a questionnaire consisting of a Likert scale with four alternative answers. PLS-SEM analysis is used to analyze data and test and evaluate the construction of variables measuring problem-solving abilities. Results: The analysis shows that teacher competency on self-intention and self-intention on learning outcomes have an insignificant effect. Furthermore, self-intention was proven not to mediate teacher competency and YouTube media's influence on learning outcomes. Novelty: This study presents a novelty by showing that self-intention does not mediate these factors. This finding suggests that other factors may be more influential in mediating these effects, which could be investigated by future research. Recommendations for this research include training on teacher awareness and motivation in effectively using YouTube media.

어린이집 교사가 인식한 디지털 역량의 중요도-실행도 분석

This study aimed to explore the contents for the education and training to enhance the digital competencies of childcare teachers through Importance Performance Analysis (IPA), which compares the importance of digital competencies perceived by childcare teachers with their own evaluation of their competencies, i.e., the level of performance. As a result of analyzing the survey data of 397 childcare teachers, it was confirmed that the respondents perceived their own competencies (performance) as relatively low compared to the importance of digital competencies. In addition, it was found that in order to foster the digital competencies of childcare teachers, it is an urgent task to include in education and training the production of digital content for teaching and learning of young children, the creation of a digital environment suitable for young children, the management of SNS information, and the collection and analysis of digital data. Tasks that require gradual improvement include a positive attitude toward the production of digital content, the utilization and reconstruction of digital content, the evaluation of virtual/augmented reality content suitable for young children, the use of online communication platforms, the ethical awareness of digital works and communication, the understanding of changes in the digital society, and efforts to foster digital competencies. Finally, it was suggested that the current status and needs of digital competencies of childcare teachers should be specifically reflected when organizing and operating digital education and training programs for the teachers.

PEDAGOGICAL CONDITIONS FOR THE FORMATION OF GEOGRAPHY TEACHERSGEOECOLOGICAL COMPETENCE IN THE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS

Today, the formation of competence of geography teachers is an actual task of higher education. To prepare a competitive personality capable of perceiving global problems, to functioning in new socio-economic, socio-cultural conditions, taking into account the modern concept of the joint existence of man and nature. Competence is the ability and knowledge in the field of interaction between geosystems and ecosystems, the influence of human activity on the surrounding nature, as well as the ability to adapt to changing environmental conditions and effectively respond to environmental threats and challenges.The article has an analysis of theoretical and methodological literature, the following concepts are specified and given to the following concepts: “competence”, “competency-based approach”. The pedagogical conditions for the effective formation of the competence of geography teachers in the educational process have been identified and substantiated, and the pedagogical technology for the formation of geography teachers’ competence in the educational process of the university (through the disciplines of the professional cycle, educational and scientific research activity) has been identified.

Efforts to Improve RA Learners' Understanding of the Solar System Through Interactive Learning Media at Sholawat Islamic Boarding School

This community service aims to improve the understanding of students at RA Pondok Sholawat, Caruban, Madiun, East Java, about the Solar System through interactive learning media. Based on the initial observations, it was found that traditional learning methods cannot attract interest and improve students' understanding optimally. To overcome this problem, an intervention was carried out in the form of a grant for a set of touchscreen laptops and training teachers on using interactive learning media. The results showed an increase in the enthusiasm and involvement of students in the learning process and an increase in teacher competence in utilizing technology as a learning tool. This program created a more pleasant and effective learning atmosphere and positively impacted the quality of learning at RA Pondok Sholawat. Interactive learning media is expected to be an innovative model that can be applied in other educational institutions to improve students' understanding of scientific concepts from an early age.

SURVEYING METHODOLOGICAL COMPETENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE: IMPLICATIONS FOR PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

In the contemporary landscape, characterized by widespread informatization, including in education, there is a growing need for both fundamental and applied training in leveraging information and communication technologies (ICT). This article explores how enhancing the methodological competence of computer science educators impacts the development of students' key competencies. Given the high societal demand for well-educated professionals, educational quality is crucial, necessitating rigorous standards. The article critically analyzes the concepts of "competence" and "competency" from various scholarly perspectives, highlighting the significant role of a teacher's competence in the professional growth of future educators. Practical research focused on developing methodological competence helps students deepen their theoretical understanding, enhance pedagogical skills, and cultivate professional and personal qualities, fostering creativity and independence. It also identifies trends in teacher education within higher education, considering the effects of a two-tier system and professional teaching standards. The article defines "methodological competence" and "professional competence," noting that despite varying scholarly views, it generally includes theoretical knowledge and practical skills. These competencies enable educators to innovate and apply diverse pedagogical methods, thereby fostering student competencies.

A MODEL FOR THE FORMATION OF THE COMMUNICATIVE COMPETENCE OF A FUTURE

The model of formation of the communicative competence of a future English teacher by means of effective technologies of interaction between subjects of the educationalprocess is a process of consistent creation of its constituent substantive blocks and ways to achievethe set research goal - the search and finding effective technologies for interaction between subjects of the educational process.The article presents a model for the formation of the communicative competence of a futureEnglish teacher through effective forms and technologies of interaction between subjects of the educational process.It includes the following blocks: a state order for an English teacher; requirements forgraduates of employers; rules set out in new state standards; a goal-setting block; various forms of pedagogical interaction; communication technologies; a set of organizational and psychologicaland pedagogical conditions. The key to the successful formation of the communicative competence of a future Englishteacher is the search and implementation of effective technologies for the interaction of subjectsof the educational process in this process. The establishment of communications between the subjects of the educational process is possible through clear informing of all departments bothabout the general concept and purpose of the educational institution, and informing them about the set professional goals, tasks within the framework of professional training of students of all departments of the faculty, departments in the areas of their interaction with the university administration. To solve this problem, we used the modeling method. The analysis of modern conditions for the training of future foreign language teachers has shown that there is a need to create a system aimed at the formation of professional and communicative competence of a foreign language teacher, which serves as the basis for the implementation of professional and pedagogical functions. On the basis of competence-based, communicative and professionally-oriented approaches, a model for the formation of professional and communicative competence has been developed, which includes targeted, conceptual,meaningful, procedural, methodological and effective blocks.

Conditions for training future computer science teachers based on a systems approach

The article deals with the issues of training future teachers of computer science at the Karaganda University named after Academician E.A. Buketov. The requirements for Hard-skills, Soft-skills of future teachers of computer science as specialists who own modern pedagogical and information technologies in accordance with the requirements of innovative socially-oriented development of Kazakhstan are highlighted. The content of educational programs, the catalogue of elective bachelor's degree courses «6B01505-Computer Science», «6B01506-Computer Science, ICT and Robotics» developed on the basis of a system and competency based approachs in collaboration with employers, are analysed. The purposeful work on preparing future informatics teachers for professional activities, owning digital technologies, is described, which contributes to their active life and professional adaptation, further personal and professional self-realization. Some aspects of the introduction of innovative approaches to the training of teaching staff are highlighted with an emphasis on improving the education content, the formation of a high level of information culture among future informatics teachers. The authors concluded that the logic of the disciplines’ sequence studied, the optimization of the content of educational programs in collaboration with teachers of schools, will lead to the formation of professional Hard-skills and personal Soft-skills competencies of future computer science teachers.

Pedagogical Competence of Civic Education Teacher in 21st Century: A Systematic Literature Review

AbstractThe objective of this study is to ascertain the standards for pedagogical proficiency among civic education teacher in the 21st century, as well as to identify approaches for enhancing their competency. The research method chosen is the Systematic Literature Review (SLR), which uses data from international and national journal articles. The findings indicate that (1) the essential competencies that Civic Education Teachers in the 21st century must possess include life and career skills, encompassing self-regulation, social interaction, and a culture of leadership, productivity, and responsibility; (2) The acquisition of learning and innovation skills, encompassing critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and collaborative engagement in creative endeavors and information sharing; (3) The acquisition of skills in information media and technology, encompassing both information technology and media abilities, is of paramount importance. Teachers must have a comprehensive understanding of information literacy, media literacy, and ICT literacy. Digital pedagogy is a strategy to improve the competence of 21st-century PPKn teachers. Digital pedagogy presents not only digital learning but also digital ethics in utilizing digital resources or learning media.---------------------------------------Abstrak Penelitian menelaah standar kemahiran pedagogi di kalangan guru PPKn pada abad ke-21, serta mengidentifikasi pendekatan untuk meningkatkan kompetensi mereka. Metode penelitian yang dipilih adalah Systematic Literature Review (SLR) dengan sumber data terdiri dari gabungan artikel jurnal internasional dan nasional. Temuan menunjukkan bahwa: (1) kompetensi esensial yang harus dimiliki guru di abad 21 meliputi keterampilan hidup dan karir, meliputi pengaturan diri, interaksi sosial, dan budaya kepemimpinan, produktivitas, dan tanggung jawab, (2) perolehan keterampilan belajar dan inovasi, yang mencakup pemikiran kritis, kemampuan memecahkan masalah, komunikasi efektif, dan keterlibatan kolaboratif dalam upaya kreatif dan berbagi informasi, (3) perolehan keterampilan dalam media dan teknologi informasi, yang mencakup kemampuan teknologi informasi dan media, adalah hal yang sangat penting. Urgen bagi guru untuk memiliki pemahaman komprehensif tentang literasi informasi, literasi media, dan literasi TIK. Pedagogi digital hadir sebagai strategi upaya peningkatan kompetensi guru PPKn abad 21. Pedagogi digital tidak hanya menghadirkan pembelajaran digital, tetapi juga etika digital dalam menamfaatkan sumber daya atau sebagai media pembelajaran digital.

Teacher Professional Development Through Writing Scientific Papers

Objektive: This research aims to develop teacher professionalism through the writing of scientific papers. Theoretical Framework: Professional teachers will be reflected in the implementation of the service of tasks characterized by the presence of expertise, both in materials and methods. In addition, it is also shown through his responsibility in carrying out all his devotion. Professional teachers should be able to bear and carry out their responsibilities as teachers to their learners, parents, society, nation, state, and religion. Professional teachers have personal, social, academic, moral, and spiritual responsibilities. Method: The design used in this research is descriptive qualitative. The data sources are 139 Indonesian language teachers from the Gorontalo Province. The research data consists of scientific papers written as part of the development of teacher professionalism, with the sources being 139 teachers. Data analysis is based on three processes, namely data reduction, data display, and verification, focusing on scientific papers to develop teacher professionalism. Results and Discussion: The teacher is one of the components of education in schools that has an important and strategic role. Among a number of competencies of professional teachers, the most important thing we emphasize is competence in learning management. A profession is a skill and authority in a certain position that requires certain competencies (attitudes, knowledge, and skills) specifically obtained from intensive academic education. In relation with that compiling scientific work is one of the forms of teacher professional development activities. Writing scientific papers for teachers is actually a basic necessity for developing their profession. Furthermore, the development of the ability to write scientific papers for teachers will have two main impacts, namely (a) teachers earn additional income from writing scientific papers if they are published in the mass media and win competitions and (b) teachers’ insight and understanding of the world of education and learning more deeply and comprehensively. Research Implications: This research has implications for increasing teacher professionalism through the writing of scientific papers. Teachers' ability to correctly write scientific papers significantly impacts their professionalism in teaching. Teachers will have better teaching skills if their scientific writing skills are also good. Additionally, teachers will serve as exemplary role models for their students in scientific writing. Originality/Value: This research significantly contributes to the improvement of teacher professionalism. Teachers with previously low professionalism can be continuously improved through their ability to write scientific papers. Gradually but surely, the persistent training in scientific writing will lead to increased professionalism. This professionalism is

Features of the formation of professional competence of a future foreign language teacher through simulation games

The article emphasizes the importance of using the simulation-game method for the formation of professional competence of future foreign language teachers and describes its effective developmental impact. The principles and methods of the simulation game that contribute to the professional growth of students are considered. The authors of the article emphasize the necessity of professional development of future foreign language teachers and reveal the potential of simulation tasks. It is noted that learning through simulation game allows to achieve two goals at the same time. In addition, the authors note that the use of simulation games gives the learning process an interesting and practically oriented character, contributes to the development of students' universal competencies such as cooperation and critical thinking, which increases their competitiveness in the labor market. In the article the authors describe in detail the main stages of the simulation game method and offer a number of optimal linguistic and content tasks for the development of professional competencies. Based on the above, the authors conclude that it is necessary to introduce the simulation game as an effective method of teaching foreign languages in higher education institutions when training future teachers. The purpose of this article is to analyze the potential of using imitation tasks to improve the effectiveness of foreign language teaching. The main objective of the article is to describe the rules and principles of the method of imitation games, as well as to formulate the didactic foundations for the use of such games in the training of future foreign language teachers. On the basis of the studied theoretical sources and their own experience of using imitation games, the authors offer a set of tasks for teaching a foreign language that meets the requirements of language teaching methodology.

ФИЛОЛОГ-СТУДЕНТТЕРДІҢ ӘДІСТЕМЕЛІК ҚҰЗЫРЕТТІЛІГІН ҚАЛЫПТАСТЫРУ ЖОЛДАРЫ

This article discusses the ways of forming the methodological competence of a future teacher of the Kazakh language and literature. Theoretical works are summarized and studies related to the disclosure of the essence of the concept of "methodological competence of a university student" are analyzed. It is known that methodological training is an important component in the content of teaching philology students. The importance of methodological training as an integral part of the student's professional competence in the formation of methodological competence is determined. Using the example of the research directions of scientists, it was suggested that various factors influence the definition of ways to form methodological competence. In addition, the criteria for the formation of such types of methods as modeling of pedagogical situations, analysis of pedagogical situations, design, game method, case method, problem seminar, problem lecture, used in the formation of methodological competence of students, are clarified and defined. It is known that the formation of methodological competence of students of philology is an important and multifaceted process. Here are some main ways to achieve this goal: providing fundamental knowledge in the field of theoretical education, linguistics, literary studies and pedagogy, deep learning in teaching methods and technologies, and the development of practical skills. Conducting micro-lessons, drawing up curricula, analysis, development of educational materials, pedagogical practice, practical training in schools and other educational institutions, participation in the real educational process help to effectively form the methodological competence of students of philology. It was found that the personalization of this process is also important, taking into account the individual characteristics of each student.

Enhancing the quality of educators for excellence in secondary education in Pariaman city: Policy analysis and quality feasibility

Along with decentralization and regional autonomy, the government encourages regions to develop sensitivity as stakeholders in education development. The government must strengthen its functions in education services, including setting national education policies, standards, performance-based quality control, and fostering coordination across government levels, education units, and society. This study aims to gather data on the policy direction for education implementation and the quality of educators in Pariaman City. Programs like teacher certification and improving education qualifications aim to enhance teacher quality, competence, and prestige, contributing to the improvement of Indonesia's education system. Teachers are encouraged to improve professionalism, teaching quality, and commitment to their profession, ensuring they feel valued and proud in their roles. As a result, there is a need for continuous program development and stakeholder support in Pariaman City, as well as in districts and municipalities, to enhance the quality of basic education, including systematic management of educators.