Teacher Teaching Research Articles

Helping teacher education students’ understanding of self-regulated learning and how to promote self-regulated learning in the classroom

This research investigated the details and effects of a short online Professional Learning Program designed to develop teacher education students’ knowledge about how to promote self-regulated learning (SRL) in the classroom. The Program was based on a new framework for how teachers can promote SRL, the SRL Teacher Promotion Framework (SRL-TPF), which focused on the promotion of SRL strategies, students’ knowledge about learning, and students’ metacognition. It consisted of seven modules describing the different SRL promotion types and SRL capabilities and ways to promote them through teacher talk and action. Modules included written information and video examples taken from observations of real classrooms, which were used to illustrate the transfer of SRL theory to instructional practice. Each module concluded with several assessment items. During the Program the participants, 91 teacher education students, were asked to use a simplified scoring system based on the SRL-TPF to code lesson transcripts taken from classroom observations. The results showed that by the end of the program over 85% of the participants were able to provide teacher instructions that included explicit SRL promotion and/or promoted students’ SRL knowledge. Our study contributes to research findings on teacher education students’ knowledge of SRL, their promotion of SRL to students, and the contribution of short duration SRL professional development.

THE DEVELOPMENT OF LEARNING KITS BASED ON CAUSALITY MODEL TO IMPROVE CREATIVITY THINKING SKILLS MOMENTUM AND IMPULSE OF STUDENTS

Teachers still do not fully pay attention to the creative thinking abilities of students. This is seen from the selection of models in the teaching tools used by teachers in teaching. The selection of teaching models that tend to be directed towards direct teaching results in students being less active in following physics learning. Therefore, this research aims to determine the feasibility of a causality model learning device to improve creative thinking skills on the material of momentum and impulse. This type of research includes research and development (R&D), using a 4D model design. However, in this research, only the development stage is carried out. The research procedures carried out refer to the steps of developing the 4D model, namely define, design, and develop. The developed learning device consists of a syllabus, lesson plans, and pre-tasks. Data collection is done through validation of the learning device by validators. The results of the validation of the learning device reached an average validation value of 87.50% with the criteria of very valid and the reliability score is 92.30%. Based on these results, it can be concluded that the causality model learning device to improve the creative thinking skills of momentum and impulse students is suitable to be used in learning.

유아교사의 놀이교수효능감과 디지털리터러시 및 디지털놀이 지원역량 간의 관계 분석

Objectives The purpose of this study is to analyze the relationship among early childhood teachers' play teaching efficacy and digital literacy and digital play support capabilities. Methods To this end, a survey was conducted on 252 early childhood teachers working at early childhood education institutions in Seoul and Gyeonggi Province from April 11 to April 25, 2024 on the efficacy of play teaching, digital literacy, and digital play support capabilities of early childhood teachers. For data analysis, descriptive statistics, Pearson's moment correlation analysis, and stepwise multiple regression analysis were performed using the SPSS 29.0 program. Results First, early childhood teachers' play teaching efficacy showed a significant positive correlation with digital literacy and digital play support capabilities. Second, early childhood teachers' digital literacy was found to be the most powerful positive predictor of play teaching efficacy. And knowledge literacy, a sub-factor of digital literacy, was the most influential predictor, followed by digital play response and communication, followed by computer literacy, a sub-factor of digital play support capabilities. Conclusions The results of this study are expected to promote understanding of early childhood teachers' play teaching efficacy in the operation of a play-oriented curriculum and provide basic data to help develop teacher education programs to improve play teaching efficacy.

Adultcentrism and the children's classroom: if you want to teach them you must know who they are

The paper addresses academic adultcentrism from the perspective of the pre-service instruction and practice of philosophy teachers, based on the experience we have gained while leading a Didactic of Philosophy seminar for a Philosophy and Letters academic program where students are engaged in the designing, implementation and evaluation of academic material and class performance for K-12 schools. After giving a brief presentation of the context in which philosophy teaching takes place, and a description of the logic and horizon that set the basis of our seminar, we define and discuss four particular ways in which adultcentrism permeates the preparation and performance of philosophy classes for classrooms with students ranging from 8 to 15 years old: cognitive, epistemic, pedagogical and disciplinary adultcentrism. As well as some of the ways in which, as part of the seminar, the students and the instructor have devised to address and overcome the adultcentrism problems. At the end of the discussion, an auto-critical note is included in order to show the limits of our own practices and base ground, as well as a way to define new necessary approaches and perspectives required to address both the problems we found to be at the bottom of current teaching practices. As well as n our own expectations, methods and ways to deal with those issues with our pre-service young colleagues.

Impact of English Teaching on Students’ Academic Performance at Higher Secondary School Level

The current study investigated the diverse dimensions of English teaching that influence students' academic performance at the higher secondary level, with a focus on refining teaching methodologies and tackling challenges in English learning experiences. Using a methodical research approach, the study focuses on the critical role that teachers play in English instruction for both students and teachers from government higher secondary schools in the Dir Lower area of KP. The use of a quantitative research strategy, in conjunction with a pilot study and a specially created questionnaire, guarantees the validity of data gathering and analysis. Through the use of SPSS software, data analysis can yield a wealth of information on students' perceptions and experiences with learning English. The results emphasize the value of good teaching strategies, the advantages of integrating technology, and the necessity of continual professional development for teachers. Regression analysis also shows a significant relationship between better academic achievement and improved English teaching methods. The recommendations of the study supported various efforts to enhance vigorous teacher training with improved and latest technology. The study has provided very useful information for the development and improvement of instructional strategies for English teachers at upper secondary schools.

Research on the Influence Mechanism of the Willingness to Apply Generative Artificial Intelligence in the Teaching of Higher Education Teachers

This study aims to fill a gap in the literature by analyzing the influence mechanism of the willingness to apply generative artificial intelligence in teaching of higher education teachers. The study revealed that the factors influencing college teachers intention to reply generative artificial intelligence technology are divided into two parts: teachers individual factors and teachers external factors. At the level of individual teachers factors, teachers technology cognition is the fundamental influencing factor, and teachers emotional fulfillment, ability and experience are the direct factors determining the application of generative AI in college teachers teaching. At the level of external factors, the usability of generative AI is the fundamental influencing factor. This study provides a theoretical framework for promoting teacher technology application, summarizes the mechanism of different influencing factors and proposes relevant suggestions for teacher cognition level and the usability of generative artificial intelligence.

An Ethnographic Case Study: Exploring an Adult ESL Learner’s BICS and CALP Proficiency Disparity

This ethnographic case study investigated the disparity in an adult learner's second language (L2) proficiency between basic interpersonal communication skills (BICS) and cognitive academic language proficiency (CALP). The learner, well-educated in his first language (L1) Italian, demonstrated higher CALP but lower BICS in L2 English. Data collection spanned 15 weeks and included classroom observations, in-class artifacts, and semi-formal interviews. Two main factors were identified as contributing to the disparity: (1) unbalanced language exposure favoring CALP over BICS and (2) the positive transfer of CALP from L1 outweighing that of BICS. The study found that teacher instruction and learner's language engagement and investment increased exposure to grammar and literacy, thereby enhancing CALP development and facilitating CALP transfer from L1 to L2. However, limited exposure to interpersonal communication practices both inside and outside the classroom led to his underdeveloped BICS. Consequently, the unbalanced proficiency further influenced his second language acquisition. The learner's low BICS level resulted in negative self-positioning, increasing fear of interacting with English speakers and reducing opportunities to acquire the target language in natural interactive environments. Pedagogical implications are provided for adult EFL teaching, emphasizing balanced instruction and interactive and multilingual approaches. The research suggests future directions for supporting bi-/multilingual adults in developing balanced language proficiency and a positive language identity effectively.

Effective Teaching in the Beginner Teachers Class of International Chinese

International novice Chinese teachers are faced with the problem of improving the efficiency of Chinese teaching and satisfying the efficient learning of Chinese learners. Therefore, this paper guides international Chinese teachers based on Babanski s pedagogical concept of teaching process optimization. In the process of international Chinese teaching, we should optimize international Chinese teaching and realize the effectiveness of classroom teaching. The factors affecting effective teaching, the realization of effective teaching paths and the significance of improving effective classroom teaching are expounded. It provides reference for the effective teaching of international Chinese teachers.

‘Learning from what my Mentor Teachers were Doing in the Classroom to Include Diverse learners’: Experiences that Contribute to the Use of Inclusive Instruction in Pre-Service Teachers

ABSTRACT All learners benefit when schools foster an environment for teachers to enhance their teaching skills. Pre-service education programs are often where this important process begins. Using a Global Concept Mapping method, pre-service teachers across Canada were interviewed about the personal and professional experiences that contributed to their instructional practices within inclusive classrooms. Participants sorted 93 unique statements into categories. They were asked to rate on a scale of 1 (not at all important) to 6 (very important) how important each experience would be to their instructional practices. Mentoring relationship statements were rated significantly more important than the others. Practicum experiences and those within the course part of the education program were rated as equally important and more important than professional development. Their perceived least important experiences were those related to past jobs/positions and personal experiences with people identified with diverse learning needs. Understanding the specific experiences that influence pre-service teachers’ perspectives of their inclusive instructional practices will help teacher education programs connect to what motivates teachers’ early experiences in becoming inclusive educators.

The Dilemma and Transformation of Teacher Roles in the Context of ChatGPT

Artificial intelligence such as ChatGPT has had a huge impact on the development of education. With the development and application of ChatGPT in the field of education, the issue of teacher roles being challenged has received widespread attention. This article discusses the development issues and transformation paths in the context of ChatGPT. This article believes that the role of teachers faces some challenges under the impact of artificial intelligence and urgently needs to adapt and transform. These issues include the weakening of teacher authority, alienation of teacher-student relationships, insufficient self-awareness of teacher roles, and a gap between knowledge and practice in teacher teaching practice. Based on this, this article analyzes that teachers need to transform from the original single teaching mode to guides, learning partners, "pilots" collaborative educators, integrators of teaching resources, and cultivators of knowledge construction for student learning. Therefore, to help teachers achieve better identity conversion, this article proposes the following suggestions. Teachers should fully understand their educational attributes, actively explore scientific educational methods, enhance their educational technology capabilities, integrate new-era educational resources, and help students become the leaders of learning.

Personal Practical Knowledge and Effective Teaching: A Study of Turkish Teachers Teaching English as a Foreign Language

Personal Practical Knowledge and Effective Teaching: A Study of Turkish Teachers Teaching English as a Foreign Language

Peningkatkan Hasil Belajar Siswa melalui Strategi Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) pada Mata Pelajaran IPAS di Kelas IV Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Swasta Nurul Yaqin Simpang Sungai Duren

This study examines how the Contextual Teaching and Learning paradigm might improve fourth-grade IPAS students' academic performance at MI Nurul Yaqin Simpang Sungai Duren. This study is a classroom action research (PTK) focused on the subject of IPAS concerning force material in the surrounding environment, employing CTL methodologies. The employed data gathering methods included the observation of student and instructor activities, test questions, documentation, and interviews. This PTK was conducted across two cycles, each comprising three meetings. The results of this study are 1) The results of observations of student learning activities and teacher teaching practices in Class IV MI Nurul Yaqin have increased. The outcomes of student learning activities in Cycle I were 57.61%, which climbed to 90.47% in Cycle II. Observations of teacher learning activities in Class IV MI Nurul Yaqin indicated a rise from 61% in Cycle I to 90% in Cycle II. The academic performance of grade IV pupils at MI Swasta Nurul Yaqin, originally below the standard, improved with the use of CTL approaches, achieving an average completeness rate of 59% in cycle I and 85.18% in cycle II. Fourth-graders at MI Nurul Yaqin Simpang Duren can improve their IPAS academic performance using CTL.

Exploration of the Application of Modern Information Technology in the Teaching of Criminal Law

With the arrival of the information age, modern information technology is more and more widely used in the teaching of criminal law, injecting fresh blood into it and revitalizing the discipline of criminal law. However, the use of modern information technology by criminal law teachers in the practical teaching of criminal law often fails to achieve the expected results, which indicates that the level of modern information technology mastered by criminal law teachers needs to be improved. In order to stimulate students' interest in learning criminal law in the new era, teachers of criminal law need to give full play to the advantages of modern information technology, and not only reasonably use cell phone APP function, micro classes and short videos and other skills to improve the level of modern information skills of their own teachers in the teaching of criminal law, but also pay attention to the organic fusion of the teaching method and modern information technology, highlighting the key points of the teaching, and focusing on the teaching effect.

Research on the Strategy of Improving the Informatization Teaching Level of College Teachers in the “Internet +” Era

Under the background of the “Internet +” era, the teaching concept and method of higher education are undergoing significant changes. The integration of modern information technology has far-reaching significance in improving the level of information education, which puts forward higher standards for teachers’ ability in information teaching. This paper discusses various factors that affect the level of information-based teaching of college teachers in the era of “Internet +”, as well as the ability that teachers need to have in information-based teaching, and also explores various strategies to improve the level of information-based teaching of college teachers, to further optimize the teaching quality of colleges and universities.

Chemistry Teachers’ Self-efficacy for Using Information and Communication Technology: A Survey Cross Sectional

The utilization of ICT in education could be further optimized due to the low self-efficacy of teachers. Teachers' years of teaching experience and the status of their schools have an influence on their ICT self-efficacy. This study aims to describe the differences in ICT self-efficacy among chemistry teachers based on their teaching experience and school status. This study used a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional survey method. The research was conducted in 31 high schools in Pekanbaru City and included a randomly selected sample of 50 chemistry teachers. The research instruments consisted of ICT self-efficacy questionnaires 14 items. ICT self-efficacy instrument declared valid and reliable using the Rasch model test. Additionally, interview data were employed to reinforce the findings from the questionnaire. The research questionnaire data underwent processing using analysis descriptive statistics and a two-way ANOVA test with SPSS. The results of the research show that there is a significant difference in the ICT self-efficacy of chemistry teachers based on the teacher's teaching experience with significance level of 0.005 and there is no difference the ICT self-efficacy of chemistry teachers based on school status with significance level of 0.783. The effect size test shows that the partial eta square value for the effect of teaching experience belongs to the high category while school status belongs to the low category.

Special needs teachers in emergency remote teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic: the role of personal resources and teaching motivation on burnout

BackgroundThis cross-sectional study explores the connections between burnout, personal resources, and teaching motivation among Italian special needs teachers (SNTs) one year following the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. It specifically seeks to determine if and how personal resources and teaching motivation can help SNTs by buffering the effects of burnout symptoms.MethodsThe study was conducted using a sample of 837 full-time, in-service kindergarten and primary teachers at public schools in Italy. Data were collected through self-report questionnaires, including the Copenhagen Burnout Inventory, the Santa Clara Brief Compassion Scale, the Crèche Educators Emotional Style Questionnaire, and the Autonomous Motivations for Teaching Scale. A multiple regression model was performed to assess the predictive role of personal resources and teaching motivation on the burnout of special needs teachers.ResultsThe findings indicate that higher levels of autonomous motivation are associated with reduced burnout, specifically among special education teachers. Conversely, higher levels of negative emotion regulation strategies were linked to increased burnout, and this relationship was stronger in mainstream teachers than in special education teachers. We found no significant association between teachers’ compassion and burnout.ConclusionsOur research supports the need for educational policymakers and school leaders to focus on personal resources and work-related well-being to enhance and support teachers, in particular during emergencies (e.g., the COVID-19 pandemic) and for specific groups of teachers, such as SNTs.

Lesson Study, Differentiated Instruction and Professional Development of Teachers: Exploring the Relationship in Secondary Schools in Greece

The main purpose of this paper is to present the results of research, that aimed to investigate the effect of lesson study as a professional development activity on the effective implementation of differentiated instruction and, above all, to identify which specific characteristics of lesson study as a professional development activity influence the plan, implementation, and understanding of the differentiation by the teachers, in the teaching of the Modern Greek Language course of the 2nd class of Lyceum. The research was qualitative and grounded theory data collection and analysis techniques were used, in the context of its implementation. The research was carried out in three schools in two municipalities of Eastern Attica, with the participation of four teachers and eighty students. Data were collected before, during, and after the lesson study cycle and included classroom observations, interviews of the participating teachers, protocols for planning, observing, revising, and reflecting on the research lesson as well as transcripts of teacher meetings and the teaching of the research lesson, diaries, which were kept during the implementation of the lesson study, students' assignments as well as their interviews after the teaching. The research showed that the lesson study cycle outcomes for each participating teacher were greatly influenced by the completion of all stages of a lesson study cycle, as there were no characteristics that alone accounted for these outcomes. Teachers' thoughts and opinions about the process support this finding. All participants referred to their positive experience of the lesson study process holistically, demonstrating that all stages of the lesson study cycle are important and interdependent.

Integration of Computer-Assisted Language Instruction in English Language Teaching of Oral Skills among Secondary School Learners

Integration of Computer-Assisted Language Instruction in English Language Teaching of Oral Skills among Secondary School Learners

Ethnophysics and Technology: Physics e-module integrated with local wisdom based on an Android application

21st century learning is a collaboration of technology and science that can change students' abilities from LOTS (lower order thinking skills) to HOTS (higher order thinking skills). In its application, 21st century learning is supported by teaching resources and media based on environmental phenomena and technological developments. This research aims to determine the feasibility of the physics e-module based android application that has been developed after validation testing by media experts, material experts, and learning experts. This e-module was developed to serve as an innovation in physics learning in schools to improve high school students from LOTS to HOTS abilities. This type of research is development research by applying 4D model consisting of define, design, develop and disseminate stages. At the define stage, researchers examine and analyze phenomena in schools such as curriculum, student learning styles, teacher teaching styles, learning resources and learning media used. In the design stage, researchers design the needs of students and teachers in learning such as learning modules. In the develop stage, researchers develop products for student learning needs through expert validation from lecturers and teachers. In the disminate stage, researchers apply products that have been developed in schools. The population of this study was all class X students at SMAN 5 Mataram. Sampling in this research was carried out using a purposive sampling method. The classes chosen as research samples were classes X IPA 1 and The average score from the media validation results was 4.8 with a very valid category. The average score from the learning validation results was 4.7 in the very valid category. Based on the validation results, it was concluded that the development product in the form of an integrated physics e-module with local wisdom based on an Android application was suitable for use in schools.

The Relationship between Teacher Teaching Quality and the Independent Character and Discipline of Kindergarten Group B Children in Taman District Madiun City

The Relationship between Teacher Teaching Quality and the Independent Character and Discipline of Kindergarten Group B Children in Taman District Madiun City