School Teacher Education Research Articles

Exploring the involvement of Italian primary and secondary school teachers in related outdoor education and scouting activities: findings from a survey

ABSTRACT This study investigated the involvement of Italian preschool and primary school teachers in outdoor education and scouting activities and their association with student cooperation and personal care. While outdoor education has various psychophysiological, psychosocial, social, and pedagogical benefits, some teachers express concerns about their readiness to implement such activities. We hypothesized that preschool teachers are more willing to participate in outdoor education and scouting than primary school teachers. We also hypothesized that outdoor education teachers would score higher in all survey items compared to regular teachers (see Table 2). The results indicated no significant difference between preschool and primary school teachers. However, there were differences in the survey items between outdoor education and regular teachers, except for item 11. The study suggests that providing appropriate instruction and teaching tools to teachers, their students’ schooling experiences and skills are likely to improve.

A Study on the Path of Teaching Ability Improvement of Physical Education Teachers in High Schools

The improvement of the teaching ability of physical education teachers in colleges and universities is crucial to promote the improvement of physical education teaching quality. However, there are some problems with the teaching ability of college physical education teachers at present, such as the lack of advanced teaching concepts and methods, the lack of teaching experience and practice, and the lack of subject knowledge and teaching skills, which directly affect the advancement of physical education teaching. This paper discusses the paths and methods to improve the teaching ability of physical education teachers in colleges and universities, to improve the teaching level and teaching effect of teachers and better serve the learning and growth of students.

Entering the Teaching Profession in Slovakia

The article studies the current state of the teacher induction process in Slovakia, namely the prerequisites for entering the teaching profession. The focus of the current research is the following: the attractiveness of the teaching profession and its influence on the decision-making of future students of pedagogical major, teacher job satisfaction level, the proportion of education requirements for subject knowledge and teaching practice, availability of the profession, the assistance in the search for open positions and vacancies, probation period as a filter to the teaching occupation. 
 The research aims to determine the problematic aspects of the transition period from student to teacher that need to be addressed to prevent early maladjustment and drop-out in the teaching profession.
 Methodology. The research was carried out by applying theoretical and empirical methods. The data were obtained from novice school teachers having conducted an online survey using Google Forms with open and closed questions.
 The study’s preliminary results revealed the social image of the teaching profession and components of its attractiveness for future students, problems with the ratio of academic and practical parts in teacher education, possible ways to enter the profession, and the obstacles of the process.
 The conducted research allowed us to come to the following conclusions. As a result of the low social image of a teacher, Slovakia is facing a shortage in the profession. The substantial misbalance in initial teacher education in favor of academic knowledge and the absence of specific official requirements for practical experience has subsequences in the quality of school education and early teacher maladjustment. Implementing an open system in the teaching profession is a temporary solution that causes many concerns, especially with the introduction of short-term teachers with low standard requirements in teaching abilities. 
 Lack of career help for new graduates-teachers throughout their job hunt may cause them to leave the education field. In this situation, adequate support of novice teachers becomes necessary, and the teacher induction program is a subject for future research.

Development of Basic Motion Learning Model to Develop Creative Thinking Ability Through Approach to Play in Elementary School

Purpose: The purpose of research and development of basic motion learning models to develop creative thinking skills through a play approach in elementary school is expected to develop creative thinking of elementary school students. Theoretical framework: Hendriana Sri Rejeki and Gunawan (2021: 218) state that there are four games for the learning model for basic locomotor jumping, namely: (a) rope jumping game (b) carpet jumping game (c) hurdles game (d) obstacle jumping game, basic motion learning model Locomotor jump with this simple game is effective in supporting the learning process of physical education, sports and health in third grade elementary schools. Design/methodology/approach: The research method used is Borg and Gall research and development. The subjects of this study were fifth grade elementary school students and four teachers at UPT Percut Sei Tuan. The research instrument uses a rating scale so that the basic movement learning model through a play approach is suitable for developing creative thinking skills of elementary school students. Findings: Teachers' lack of innovation and creativity in developing basic movement skills and creative thinking skills with basic movement learning models through a play approach playing is made in game forms that meet the needs of students is one of the fundamental flaws. Teachers of physical education frequently make use of established sports like soccer, baseball, volleyball, futsal, basketball, and futsal, despite the fact that these sports generally do not correspond to the characteristics of elementary school children's growth and development. This brought about the learning gave was unimportant to the abilities to be accomplished and brought about the getting the hang of becoming dreary and less intriguing. Researchers are interested in developing a model of basic movement learning to develop creative thinking skills through a play approach for fifth grade elementary school students in light of the issues discussed above with physical education instruction. Research, Practical & Social implications: The learning model is a strategy that the teacher uses to carry out teaching and learning activities that involve students as recipients of learning activities' knowledge in order to accomplish a goal. Originality/value: There are a number of inputs in the form of comments and suggestions for products developed as a result of the experts' validation (basic motion learning model to develop creative thinking skills through a play approach in elementary school). The following are expert recommendations and comments: (1) A basic movement learning model that can accommodate the needs of students and teachers in carrying out the physical education learning process based on the curriculum objectives is required, (2) The focus on the objectives of developing basic movement learning models is on the cognitive aspects seen in students' understanding of the game's rules, the ability of children to think creatively in understanding forms of movement activity, such as increasing the power of creativity on the basis of skills, (3) The rules of the game are simplified so that participants in elementary school can easily understand them, (4) games are adapted to basic competencies in learning materials in class, (5) games are adapted to children's character, (6) equipment is adapted to the characteristics of children in class and equipment made by yourself needs to be considered for safety not only considering learning media but The equipment used should be cheap and practical. The basic movement learning model for developing creative thinking skills through the play approach in elementary schools can be revised as follows on the basis of the experts' suggestions and comments above: 1) the basic movement learning model focuses on the goals of learning physical education based on the curriculum; 2) it focuses on developing basic motion learning models that focus on creative thinking skills from a cognitive, affective, and psychomotor perspective; 3) it uses games that are adapted to core curriculum themes and competencies so that physical education teachers in elementary schools can use them.

Video Animasi Berbasis Flipa Clip Sebagai Media Digital Pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam di Sekolah Dasar

This study explores the use of Flipa Clip-based learning animation videos as digital media in learning Islamic Religious Education in Elementary Schools, one of which is as an interactive learning medium in learning Islamic Religious Education (PAI) material Faith in Rasulullah SWT for Elementary Schools. student. This research was conducted using the Design and Development (D&D) approach, with a series of studies on the processes of analysis, design, development and implementation. Data were obtained through instruments in the form of field documentation and questionnaires or questionnaires which were distributed to Islamic religious education teachers in elementary schools and middle school students in elementary schools. Data processing is done quantitatively. The data shows that learning animation videos based on Flipa Clip as a digital media for PAI learning in elementary schools are very easy to convey learning because the video design is attractive and interactive where there are animated characters, there are songs about prophets and apostles in it. so that learning activities are more varied and attract student learning motivation. When watching the Flipa Clip-based learning animation video as a digital media for PAI learning in elementary school, most of the students felt happy.

Pelaksanaan Pembelajaran Pendidikan Jasmani Olahraga Dan Kesehatan Di SD Negeri Se-Kecamatan Tanjung Kemuning Kabupaten Kaur

Abstract This study aims to determine the implementation of PJOK learning in State Elementary Schools throughout the Tanjung Kemuning Kaur District. This research is a type of field research using descriptive qualitative methods. The informants in this study were 11 PJOK teachers and several representatives of class V students as many as 3 people from each State Elementary School in Tanjung Kemuning District. Data collection techniques with observation, questionnaires and documentation. The results showed that the overall ability of physical education teachers in public elementary schools throughout the Tanjung Kemuning district was included in the good criteria with a percentage of 69.82%. Overall, the condition of students in physical education learning at public elementary schools throughout the Tanjung Kemuning sub-district has entered the good criteria with a percentage of 69.44%. However, there are some schools with very good and good scores. The highest score was obtained by SD Negeri 44 with a score of 35 and the lowest score was obtained by SD Negeri 37 with a score of 22. Keywords: Implementation, Learning, Physical Education, Sports and Healt

Pengajaran Tarannum Dalam Kalangan Guru Pendidikan Islam Di Sekolah Rendah

The Quran is a miracle from Allah SWT that is very valuable to humans in terms of language, history, and civilization, as well as its values. There is an ongoing effort that is carried out informally through tarannum learning classes run by Islamic education teachers. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to evaluate the tarannum teaching practice among Islamic education teachers in primary schools. This quantitative study was conducted using a questionare and involving 62 Islamic education teachers from 24 primary schools in the Perak Tengah District. This study focuses on the practice of teaching tarannum knowledge based on the teaching model proposed by al-Qabisi. The level of teaching practice of tarannum among Islamic education teachers was analyzed using the mean score and variance inference statistics (ANOVA). Overall, the data analysis shows that the practice of teaching tarannum among Islamic education teachers is at a high level. All factors of the practice of teaching tarannum knowledge among Islamic education teachers in primary schools, which include teaching goals, teaching objectives, teaching methods, teaching techniques, teaching aids, and teaching evaluation, recorded a high level. The findings of the study also show that there is no significant difference in the level of teaching practice among Islamic education teachers in primary schools based on their teaching experience. This study also confirms the practice model of al-Quran teaching introduced by al-Qabisi as a basis for strengthening the practice of teaching tarannum knowledge for Islamic education teachers in primary schools.

Nonlinear learning pedagogy: Does it have an impact on physical education in elementary schools?

Abstract. Nonlinear pedagogy has the potential to be an effective strategy for teaching and studying physical education in elementary school a way that allows students to develop their skills. This study aims to determine whether there is an effect of physical education teacher readiness in implementing nonlinear pedagogy learning in Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines. This Study used an experimental method with one group pre-test-post-test design. The research participants were physical education teachers in elementary schools in Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines (n = 90). 40 question online survey with a validity level of 0.74 and a reliability level of 0.80 is used to assess teacher preparedness for implementing nonlinear learning. With the aid of a literature review, secondary data was gathered. The paired sample t-test results revealed that 0.05 > 0.000, indicating that the data variance was the same. The significance result indicates that 0.000 < 0.05 (confidence interval = 99%) when looking at the assumed equal variances, which means that H0 is rejected. According to the data, there are 25 teachers or 27,8% who are ready to carry out nonlinear pedagogy learning, 42 teachers or 46,7% are not ready, and 23 teachers or 25,5% are unprepared. Nonlinear pedagogy learning has an effect on PE teachers' readiness in the three countries. The intended effect is to demonstrate that PE teachers are not ready to use nonlinear pedagogy in their lessons. The recommendation from the finding is that teachers need training in nonlinear pedagogy and adequate support to succeed in nonlinear pedagogy learning. Key words: Elementary school, Nonlinear pedagogy, Physical education.

중등 기간제 여자체육교사의 진입장벽과 적응전략

본 연구는 중등 기간제 여자체육교사의 진입장벽과 교직생활의 어려움을 이해하고 본인만의 적응 전략을 알아보는 데에 목적이 있다. 눈덩이 표집법을 이용하여 현재 동남권 중등학교에 기간제 여자체육교사로 종사하고 있는 4명을 선정하였고, 심층면담과 뉴스, 관련 도서, 선행연구 등을 통해 다양한 자료를 수집하였다. 이러한 자료를 토대로 다음과 같은 결론을 도출하였다. 첫째, 중등 기간제 여자체육교사로의 진입 어려움은 ‘체육교과목에 대한 젠더 편견’, ‘짜여진 각본의 엑스트라’, ‘체육교사 = 안전생활부로’의 카테고리로 분류되었다. 둘째, 중등 기간제 여자체육교사의 교직 생활의 적응 어려움은 크게 ‘꼬리표 : “여자라서”’, ‘불공정한 업무 분장’, ‘불안정한 신분’, ‘불공정한 성과보상’으로 나타났다. 셋째, 중등 기간제 여자체육교사의 적응전략은 ‘적극적으로 대처하기’, ‘전문성 함양을 위한 노력’, ‘정규교원으로의 갈망’으로 분석되었다.

On the importance of gymnastic terminology and the need for its unification

The article deals with the importance of gymnastic terminology, which can be used to solve the issues of theoretical and methodical assistance to physical education teachers of schools, secondary and higher education institutions, for coaches of all sports for teaching physical education, writing programs, textbooks and manuals. But despite the significant number of publications devoted to the topic, many of them have different names for the same exercises, positions, actions. The purpose of the research: to draw the attention of scientists and practitioners of physical culture and sports to the need for unification of gymnastics terminology, as well as to justify the need to solve this problem. Methodology of the research: analysis and synthesis of educational, scientific and methodical literature, video materials, as well as terminological analysis of physical education programs in general secondary education institutions. Results of the research. We have repeatedly raised the issue of mastering the skills of gymnastics terminology by higher education students as one of the important professional competences. A number of articles, abstracts and speeches at conferences and professional seminars were devoted to this issue. Today we have the opportunity to acquire knowledge remotely using the Internet, which is full of educational materials, reference sources, and videos in the chosen field of education. It is very important, that this information would be reliable. But, unfortunately, the analysis of many video lessons on physical education and teaching of certain elements is accompanied by terminological errors, which we have analyzed and offered our corrected version of gymnastic terms. Conclusions. In order to solve the issues of unification of gymnastic terminology successfully, it is necessary to find out all the regularities and trends of the Ukrainian language for elimination of the ambiguity of the term. We believe, that this process will be accelerated by a discussion or conference at the state level on the terminology of gymnastic exercises, taking into account the experience of work with the current terminology and critical comments. And the justification for the need to carry out these measures is the presence of numerous terminological errors in state documents, educational, methodical manuals and periodicals in the field of physical culture and sports.

Analysis Of The Impact Of Islamic Religious Education On Cognitive Development Of Junior-Age Children

The purpose of this study was to determine the impact of Islamic religious education on the cognitive development of middle school-aged children. The method that researchers use is qualitative research with a type of literature study. The library research steps to be carried out in this study include: a) preparing equipment; b) compiling a framework; c) managing time; d) reading and making research notes. In this study, data sources were obtained from relevant literature, such as books, journals, or scientific articles related to the selected topic. The data collection technique used in this library research is to find data about things or variables in the form of notes, books, papers or articles, journals, and so on. The research instrument used by researchers is a check-list list of research material classifications based on the focus of the study, writing schemes and maps, and research note formats. The data analysis technique used in this research is content analysis. The results of this study show that Islamic religious education teachers have a very important role in the cognitive development of children of middle school age. This is because middle school-age children in their cognitive development begin to be able to think abstractly, think critically, and have the ability to solve more complex problems. Reflective thinking ability. Creative thinking ability. For this reason, religious education teachers in schools who are developing students' cognitive skills need to use several strategies, namely providing examples to students, habituating positive activities every day at school, using creative teaching methods, giving advice, and finally, giving punishment.

The Effect of Assistive Technologies on Academic Achievement and the Development of Behavior and Language among Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder/Teacher Opinion

The current study aims to identify the impact of assistive technologies of the third advanced level (iPad with educational, behavioral, and linguistic applications) on students with autism spectrum disorder who were included in public schools in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates, where the research tool (questionnaire) was distributed to A random sample of 275 public education teachers in government schools who had to answer the 13 items of the questionnaire divided into 3 sides. The results indicated that 45.8% of the study sample representing general education teachers in public schools believe that there is a positive effect of assistive technologies in developing the academic, behavioral, and linguistic achievement of students with autism spectrum disorder. As for the rest of the study sample, 33% of them were neutral, and the rest of the sample, 22%, did not notice a positive effect of assistive technologies.

Availability and Conditions of Sports Equipment and Learners’ Participation Levels in Sports in Primary Schools in Katima Mulilo, Namibia

Sports equipment and facilities play a vital role in the teaching of Physical Education (PE) and are equally important in developing sports-related skills among learners. The main purpose of this study was to investigate and assess the availability and conditions of sports equipment and facilities in primary schools in Katima Mulilo, in the Zambezi Region of Namibia. An observational study was adopted for this study, where Physical Education school teachers were observed using the available sports equipment in the schools during their PE classes. The targeted population consisted of 10 teachers within 10 respective primary schools. Two questionnaires were administered to collect data on available facilities and equipment. Data was analysed using SPSS statistics software. Based on sports code level of participation, athletics was found to be the most popular activity with 35% of learners taking part. Soccer came in second with 25%. Netball was the third most played sport, with 20% of participants in annually scheduled competitions at regional and national levels. Volleyball was the fourth highest with 10% of learner participation. The lowest four sports codes were boxing at 5%, rugby 3%, gymnastics 1%, and cricket 1%. Sport facilities available in all the schools were all found to be in deplorable conditions. This study therefore concluded that sports equipment and facilities were either unavailable or completely in poor condition in all primary schools under study. So, it is very important to get the right tools and facilities so that physical education and sports can be taught and learned well.

Improving the Competence of Teacher Candidate: Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Experiential Learning GURU Model assisted by Flip-HTML

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Experiential Learning GURU Model Flip-HTML assisted by Flip-HTML. This research uses the CIPP evaluation method by Stuffbleam, which consists of context, inputs, processes, and products. The research approach uses a mixed method approach, namely the sequential exploratory model, using a qualitative approach first, then the next stage using a quantitative approach. Data collection techniques use questionnaires, observation, and interviews. The subject of research is prospective primary school education teachers. Qualitative data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model, while quantitative data were processed by calculating percentages and categorization. The results of this study show that the context has been perfect, the input is quite good, the process is excellent, and the results are categorized as very good. Thus, the Experiential Learning model of Flip-HTML assisted teachers effectively improves prospective teachers' competence, but it still requires adequate internet facilities so that all prospective teachers can easily access it

Metaphorical Perceptions of Secondary School Students towards Physical Education Teachers

As it is known, one of the most important factors of an education system is the teacher. According to Turkey’s education system, students first meet a physical education teacher in secondary school. Therefore, it is an important question that remains to be clarified what students who have just started secondary school think about their physical education teachers. In this context, the aim of the research was to examine the metaphors created by the students who have just started secondary school about physical education teachers. This research is a qualitative study designed by making use of the phenomenology pattern that examines the metaphors created by secondary school students about physical education teachers. A total of 65 students, 34 male and 31 female, participated in this research voluntarily. A structured interview form prepared to evaluate secondary school students’ perceptions of physical education teachers was used. In this study, content analysis technique was used in the evaluation of metaphors. When the research findings were examined, it was seen that 6 themes were created in total. Within the scope of these themes, it was seen that there were 12 metaphors in total. While the most metaphors were created under the theme of Superhero (29), the least metaphors were produced under the theme of Element (3). When the reasons for the themes created by the participants about physical education teachers were examined, it was determined that the students emphasized that physical education teachers are strong and athletic and also have various abilities. As a result, it was found that the justifications for all metaphors formed by secondary school students about physical education teachers were positive. Therefore, it can be said that secondary school students have positive feelings about physical education teachers.

The narratives of citizenship education teachers in Indonesian Islamic schools

This article explores the narratives of three teachers in teaching citizenship education (CE) in Islamic schools in Indonesia to understand their teaching experiences, personal stories of becoming teachers, tensions and challenges they have faced. Utilizing a narrative inquiry as the research method, this article is also tailored to see how Islamic ideology intersects, interferes and/or influences the teaching of citizenship. This study found that, to some extent, the teachers have experienced ambiguity and dilemma in presenting citizenship topics in the CE classes due to their personal interpretation of Islam vs. the state’s interests and ideology. This study suggests that CE in these Islamic schools could lead to an orientation different from what the state wants to achieve.

The Role of Subject Teacher Deliberation (MGMP) in Improving The Competence of Social Science Education Teachers in Junior High Schools (SMP).

Subject Teacher Deliberation (MGMP) is a forum for meeting subject teachers in schools. This organization was formed as a forum for meeting subject teachers, but also as a means of friendship and as an organization that accommodates various teacher ideas and also as an accommodating means to various problems faced by teachers in their respective schools. This proves that the importance of the formation of MGMP in overcoming the problems faced by teachers in their respective education units. Through MGMP, it is hoped that teachers can maintain the quality of their performance in carrying out their duties as teachers in accordance with the needs of the community, especially in the world of work. Mgmp's participation in the process of improving teacher performance is necessary to make various breakthroughs that will build a quality education.The purpose of this study is to determine the role of MGMP in improving teacher competence. The results will be a guide in the teaching process so as to produce teachers who have good performance

Pedagogical Challenges and Opportunities during Covid-19 Pandemic: Perspectives from the Pre-Service and High School Teachers

This study aimed to determine the pedagogical challenges and opportunities of the Pre-Service and high school teachers in the new normal education. The sample size was determined using the slovins formula and 13 pre-service teachers, and 26 High School Teachers were the participants. Descriptive and inferential were used. Findings revealed that most of the respondents were 21-26 years old, female, high school teachers, and situated mostly in urban areas. The conduct of online classes was the major challenge faced by both pre-service and high school teachers for they used to conduct classroom teaching for many years. The online teaching-learning modality was successfully implemented to practice teaching as a mission to facilitate students learning through various online strategies during the COVID-19 pandemic. Age, sex, type of respondents, and locality did not show a significant degree of variance in the extent of the pedagogical challenges and opportunities they encountered. The locality has a significant degree of variance in terms of teaching-learning engagement and opportunities for teaching-learning platforms. Hence, seminars and workshops on online pedagogies and online assessment tools strategies to facilitate online teaching more engaging was recommended.

Digital Readiness in Physical Education and Sports Health Learning: Study at Elementary School, Yogyakarta

Existing technological developments require all fields to be able to adjust to conditions in terms of technology. Several studies related to the use of technology during the COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia show the unpreparedness of educators to adapt to emergency conditions that demand the use of online and hybrid learning, especially in PJOK subjects. Based on this, the researcher aims to determine the pattern of distance learning carried out by Physical Health and Sports Education teachers in elementary schools in Yogyakarta. Sequential explanatory design is used with quantitative and qualitative research approaches that are carried out sequentially. This research aims to analyze the need to develop learning media that can be used online, offline and in blended learning. The analysis of existing learning patterns shows that most teachers have met the standards of distance learning implementation. However, learning media development on certain materials still needs to be done to support each material delivery activity carried out by the teacher. The survey results show that most teachers still use teaching materials in print or electronic form and existing learning videos. The results of in-depth interviews indicate that there is still a need to develop learning media on athletic activities, self-defense, physical fitness development activities, gymnastics, rhythmic motion, water activities, personal safety, and a healthy lifestyle. With the results of this analysis, it is hoped that it can provide ideas and inspiration for further research in developing learning media, especially Physical Health and Sports Education in elementary schools so that educational goals towards the era of society 5.0 involve various technological developments can be achieved optimally both in emergency and normal conditions.

Pengembangan Bahan Ajar Mata Kuliah Aqidah untuk Mahasiswa Pendidikan Guru Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Universitas Muhammadiyah Riau

The PGMI study program is a study program that produces prospective teacher graduates who have competency standards at the Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Teacher Education School. Based on the agreement with stakeholders who will later use PGMI graduates, then one of the competencies that must be mastered by a prospective MI teacher is the maturity of knowledge of Islamic Aqidah. This is due to the findings of several teachers at the MI School forbidding Islamic values that mix with superstition, bid'ah and superstition. This of course has a negative impact on the students' Aqidah, keeps them away from Allah's mercy, even without realizing that these actions can expel them from their Islam. The problem encountered in the learning process is that the number of special textbooks (primary books) that discuss Aqidah courses in accordance with the syllabus does not yet exist, there are only supporting books (secondary books) whose material is separate and independent from each sub-subject. teaching materials. To overcome this problem, it is necessary to develop a teaching material book (primary book) based on the needs and characteristics of students. To make the teaching material book, there will be a lot of material from existing secondary books and which have been used as learning resources for secondary students. This teaching material research was developed using the R2D2 Model (Reflective, Recursive, Design, and Development). In fact, it gave birth to a reference book for teaching materials with an ISBN.