Views Of Teachers Research Articles

Correction to: Accountability in the evaluation of teacher effectiveness: views of teachers and administrators

Correction to: Accountability in the evaluation of teacher effectiveness: views of teachers and administrators

Professional development and practicums in initial teacher education: the views of future high school teachers

O artigo tem por objetivo apresentar os pontos de vista de futuros professores relativos às contribuições dos estágios supervisionados (formação prática) no desenvolvimento profissional docente. A partir da articulação teórica entre o conceito de desenvolvimento profissional e as competências profissionais prescritas para a formação de professores no Quebec (Canadá), organizou-se um grupo focal com a participação de futuros professores oriundos de um programa de formação inicial docente para ensino secundário. Por intermédio de uma análise de conteúdo, destacou-se como resultados que a formação prática desempenha um papel essencial, pois promove vivências do real do trabalho docente, permite o aprimoramento das competências pretendidas e possibilita a construção da identidade docente. Neste sentido, o aprofundamento das reflexões em torno do desenvolvimento profissional que requer um acompanhamento adequado dos professores, não somente durante a formação inicial, mas também em contexto de inserção profissional e ao longo da carreira, constitui uma pista importante a ser explorada.

The Reality of Using Artificial Intelligence Laboratories in Public Education from The Point of View of Secondary School Teachers in Riyadh

The Reality of Using Artificial Intelligence Laboratories in Public Education from The Point of View of Secondary School Teachers in Riyadh

Pengaruh Apresiasi Guru Kepada Murid Berdasarkan Teori Motivasi Al-Ghazali dan Abraham Maslow

This research aims to find out the influence of giving appreciation by teachers in increasing students' learning motivation. The method used in this research ismix methods or mixed methods, combining qualitative and quantitative research approaches. Qualitative approach by trying to provide descriptions, distributing questionnaires to students, teachers and also literature reviews carried out by researchers and then analyzed. The quantitative approach is by analyzing questionnaire data. This research was carried out at PGII 1 Bandung Junior High School, taken from two points of view of teachers and students carrying out the learning process, and the results of the questionnaire were presented in the form of diagrams and numbers, so that readers can easily understand them. The research results show that the teacher's role in providing appreciation has a big impact on children's motivation, in line with the theory put forward by al-Ghazali and Abraham Maslow. This can be seen from the survey results that 94.7% of students agree that giving appreciation to students can increase motivation in learning. Meanwhile, 89.5% of students stated that they were motivated to learn more after seeing the results of assignment assessments, exam assessment results and/or report card results which showed positive support from teachers in the form of grade appreciation in any form which could increase students' enthusiasm for learning and self-confidence.

Preservice Physics Teacher Views on Scientist's Role in Physics Teaching and Learning

This qualitative study explores how preservice physics teachers think about the role that scientists play in the teaching and learning of physics. Our participants were 33 preservice physics teachers in their first year participating in a scientist partnership program through online meetings. Participants' responses were collected through an essay questionnaire, and the result was analyzed with co-occurrence network analysis. Our research shows that preservice physics teachers have a positive perspective on scientists. The primary role of a scientist is related to a person with sufficient knowledge and opinion about physics. Their role is also related to the experiment and research result. Moreover, their innovation and discovery of new physics-related things also became their central role. After preservice physics teachers interact with scientists, they have higher motivation to learn physics. Our findings suggest that the activity facilitating interaction with professional scientists must be encouraged during the preservice physics teacher program.

A Proposed Educational Guide to Enhance the Role of the Jordanian Secondary School Administration, and in Raising Awareness among its Students about the Seriousness of the Phenomenon of Drug Abuse

This study aimed to find out the reality of the role of the Jordanian secondary school in educating its students about the danger of the phenomenon of drug abuse from the point of view of school principals and teachers, by identifying the reality and importance of the school’s role in dealing with the phenomenon of drugs. Governmental secondary schools in Jordan and the study sample consisted of (766) principals and teachers who were chosen by the stratified random method. The study used a questionnaire consisting of (29) items whose validity and reliability were confirmed.The estimates of the study sample for the areas of the awareness-raising questionnaire on the seriousness of the drug abuse phenomenon came at a high level, where the (teachers) field came first at a “high” level, and the (school curricula) field came in the last place at a “medium” level. The study recommended that the Ministry of Education adopt the proposed educational guide to activate the school’s role in educating students about the danger of the drug phenomenon, and emphasize the need to spread awareness among school students to be a feature of their personality and part of their composition, through curricula, activities, teaching methods and evaluation.

Practice of visionary leadership in secondary schools from the perspective of teachers

The current study aimed to identify the degree of practicing visionary leadership in secondary school leadership from the point of view of teachers in Jerash Province. To achieve the goals of the study and answer its questions, a descriptive survey approach was used to develop the questionnaire. The study sample consisted of 315 teachers who were chosen randomly. The questionnaire was used as a study tool consisting of 31 items consisting of three areas (vision, communication vision, enabling vision) after its validity and reliability had been confirmed. The results showed that the degree of practicing visionary leadership of the secondary school leadership from the point of view of teachers in Jerash Governorate was an average degree. The current study recommended the importance of developing the visionary leadership of secondary school principals in all areas by holding specialized training courses on school leadership. This study provides a different perspective on visionary leadership among leaders in schools, as it captures teachers' perspectives on leaders' practice of visionary leadership. Keywords: Leadership; secondary school leadership; teachers; visionary leadership.

The reality of the use of electronic blogging in the educational process from the point of view of teachers during psychological and social studies for the secondary stage in Makkah

هدفت الدراسة الحالية إلى الكشف عن واقع ومعوقات توظيف التدوين الإلكتروني متعدد الوسائط في العملية التعليمية من وجهة نظر المعلمات في مقرر الدراسات النفسية والاجتماعية للمرحلة الثانوية بمدينة مكة المكرمة. ولتحقيق هدف الدراسة اتبعت الباحثة المنهج الوصفي التحليلي من خلال جمع بيانات الدراسة باستخدام أداة الاستبانة والتي تكونت من (22) فقرة موزعة على محورين وهما الأول: واقع استخدام التدوين الإلكتروني متعدد الوسائط والثاني: معوقات استخدام التدوين الإلكتروني متعدد الوسائط. إذا طُبِّقت على عينة عشوائية بلغ عددهن (50) معلمة من معلمات مقرر الدراسات النفسية والاجتماعية في عدة مدراس بمدينة مكة المكرمة. وبعد جمع بيانات الدراسة تم الاعتماد على عددٍ من الأســـاليب الإحصــــــائية لمعالجة البيانات وتحليلها، وكشفت نتائج تحليل البيانات عن درجة عالية في المتوسط العام لتطبيق التدوين الإلكتروني متعدد الوسائط مع الطالبات المرحلة الثانوية من وجهة نظر المعلمات، كما أظهرت نتائج أن المتوسط الحسابي لمحور المعوقات كان (3.69) مما يشير إلى وجود عوائق تحد من استخدام التدوين الإلكتروني مع الطالبات متمثلة في: قلة الدورات التدريبية للمعلمات لتصميم وإنتاج التدوينات الإلكترونية، قلة التدوينات الإلكترونية المنتجة بمعايير تصميم وإنتاج تناسب طالبات الصف الثالث الثانوي، وقلة المتخصصين في تصميم وإنتاج التدوينات الإلكترونية يحد من الاستفادة منها في تعليم الطالبات المرحلة الثانوية.

School Heads’ Commitments in Practicing Six Characteristics of Clinical Supervision in Tanzania: Views of Male and Female Teachers

This study aimed at examining teachers’ perceptions on school heads’ practices of six characteristics of clinical supervision through interviewing 28 and surveying 94 secondary school teachers in public secondary schools in Tanzania. In this mixed concurrent and cross-sectional case study design, school heads respecting teachers as professionals was a first dominant practice in clinical supervision and academic mentorships was a last dominant practice. Despite of dominance, school heads’ commitments in practicing six characteristics of clinical supervision was positively perceived by male and female teachers and no statistically significant difference (p<0.05) was observed among them. Due to school heads’ commitments in undertaking six characteristics of clinical supervision, teachers’ sense of teaching professional competence grew sufficiently. The study found a positive correlation and statistical significance (p<0.01) between school heads’ commitments in practicing six characteristics of clinical supervision and teachers’ sense of teaching professional competence development. The study concludes that through six characteristics of clinical supervisor, male and female teachers were equally supervised by school heads. It also concludes that six characteristics of clinical supervision are positive predictors for developing teachers’ sense of teaching professional competences.

The educational text in integrative teaching of Russian as a native language in schools of Kazakhstan

Relevance. Language teaching in schools of the Republic of Kazakhstan (RK) is implemented considering all current trends and includes the use of innovative methods. Special attention in the process of language education in schools of the Republic of Kazakhstan is paid to the study of Kazakh, English, and Russian languages.Purpose. The purpose is to conduct an investigation on the linguodidactic possibilities of integrated learning among students in educational institutions with Russian as the language of instruction and to assess the effectiveness of the author�s integrated course in teaching the Russian language as a native language.Methodology. To achieve this goal, methods of analysis and synthesis, comparison, observing the educational process, and a specially developed author�s experimental programme of integrative teaching of the Russian language in communication lessons were used.Results. The study describes the linguodidactic possibilities of integrative teaching of the Russian language in the conditions of updating the content of school education in the Republic of Kazakhstan. The possibilities of the educational text in teaching Russian as a native language are described. An attempt is made to identify the educational potential of the educational text as an integrative category. A study was conducted among tenth-grade students of the Municipal State Institution �Secondary School No. 125� of Almaty, which demonstrated the effectiveness of the developed experimental programme of integrative learning. Examples of specific tasks from the tested experimental programme are given and their effectiveness is determined. The views of teachers and schoolchildren on the approved programme and its effectiveness are identified.Conclusions. The results can be used by teachers of the Russian language in schools of the Republic of Kazakhstan to improve the quality of the educational process, by the management of educational institutions when compiling a school educational programme and introducing integrative courses into it.

Literature and Media: A Closer Look at Literature through a Social Networking Application

Today, traditional literacy habits are changing with various technological tools in digital environments. Social reading platforms are one of these innovations and changes. These networks are widely used in the world and in Turkey. The application 1000Kitap, the largest book reader network in Turkey, is one of these social networks. In this study, the opinions of pre-service teachers who review the books they read on this application, their attitudes towards reading and writing, and the contributions of this application to pre-service teachers were examined. The study was conducted with fifty-five Turkish pre-service teachers within the scope of the world literature course in the spring semester of the 2022-2023 academic year. In the study, it was aimed to examine in detail the views of pre-service Turkish teachers on the 1000Kitap application by using mixed method. The quantitative dimension of the research is a survey model that tries to describe the existing situation as it is. In the quantitative dimension of the study, survey technique, one of the data collection techniques of this model, was used. In the qualitative dimension of the study, a case study, one of the qualitative research methods, was conducted. The qualitative data used in the study were obtained from a semi-structured interview form. It was found that the attitudes of the pre-service teachers who examined the work they read in the 1000Kitap application, made quotations, and shared their opinions were at a high level; their opinions about the application were very motivating and useful in terms of interaction and sharing; the application increased their reading motivation and contributed to the opportunity to see different perspectives.

How Do Children with Intellectual Disabilities Regulate Their Emotions? The Views of Teachers

ABSTRACT Background Children and adolescents with intellectual disabilities commonly experience emotion regulation difficulties. To better understand emotion regulation in this population, the views of their teachers were considered. Methods Twenty-nine teachers participated in two focus groups. This study utilized qualitative methods to determine if the emotion regulation experiences of this population, as perceived by their teachers, map onto the five domains of the process model of emotion regulation: situation selection, situation modification, attentional deployment, cognitive change, and response modulation. Results A thematic analysis indicated the data from both focus groups was consistent and mapped onto the five domains of the process model; with several additional themes and sub-themes identified. Conclusions Perspectives provided by teachers affirmed that the process model of emotion regulation is relevant to children and adolescents with intellectual disabilities. Future research might consider developing the themes identified in this qualitative study into quantitative questionnaire items and validating that measure.

Conceptualisation of violence and discipline among students, teachers, and parents in Nyarugusu Refugee Camp, Tanzania

BackgroundLittle academic research has been conducted on how people conceptualise ‘violence’ and ‘discipline’, especially in humanitarian settings. This may limit the transferability of violence prevention interventions. This paper examines the understanding of violence and discipline concepts among students, teachers, and parents in the Nyarugusu Refugee Camp in Tanzania. MethodsA qualitative study was undertaken as part of the larger trial testing the effectiveness of the EmpaTeach intervention to prevent physical violence from teachers to students implemented in 27 schools in Nyarugusu Refugee Camp. Data from baseline and midline surveys in control schools that did not receive the intervention informed this paper where a total of 14 in-depth interviews (eight with students and six teachers) and six focus group discussions (two with teachers and four with parents from the Parent Teacher Association) were analyzed. Both audio recordings from in-depth interviews and focus group discussions were transcribed verbatim, and translated from Kiswahili to English (Congolese) and Kirundi to English (Burundian). Translated data were verified and coded using thematic analysis based on the views of students, teachers, and parents. ResultsParticipants revealed that the same behavioural acts could be differentially classified as violence or discipline. Violence was understood in relation to the consequences of acts, which could include physical or psychological harm, or other harms which were seen as detrimental to children's futures and life chances, particularly adolescent pregnancy. Sexual acts without consent were also seen as violence. In contrast, discipline was understood according to intent, and perceived acts done towards students to correct bad behaviour. ConclusionResults imply that education about the harmful consequences of behavioural acts intended as discipline, may be important for violence prevention interventions and that framing interventions in terms of positive child development could help change discipline strategies in schools.

Penggunaan Ayat-ayat Al-Qur’an dalam Ritual Pencak Silat Sigantang di Nagari Rura Patontang

Every religious-based college definitely uses verses from the Koran as guidance and beliefs that must be carried out, as well as the Sigantang pencak silat college in Nagari Rura Patontang uses selected verses in every ritual of Sigantang silat activities. Either with a predetermined verse read before practice. This ritual practice is carried out by Pencak Silat Sigantang in Nagari Rura Patontang as a means of getting closer to Allah and the Koran through this ritual. This research uses qualitative research. The research approach uses observation, interviews and documentation methods. This research is based on field research, namely explaining and exploring clear conditions and phenomena regarding the situation that occurred. This research reveals symptoms as a whole through collecting data from naturalistic settings, using the researcher himself as the main or key instrument. Sigantang Pencak Silat is a cultural tradition that has been preserved to this day and has had many social and divine influences that have had a positive impact on society. This tradition is always presented for social purposes in the general public or society. This tradition also encourages people to be close to the Koran and to Allah because silat uses holy verses from the Koran. The verses used are 1. Al-Fatihah, 2. Ayat Kursi, 3. Al-Iklas, 4. Al-Falaq, 5. An-Nass. In pencak silat, the influence of reading the Koran is very important, including calming the soul, controlling emotions, and protecting oneself from various enemy attacks. Then the views of teachers and students regarding pencak silat can be said to be the same. Namely, they agree that pencak silat is the practice of people who practice and are required to use the reading of the holy verses of the Koran.

An Analysis of the Petrine View of Believers’ Holy Life and Brotherhood: Implications for Christian Education in Tangerang, Indonesia

The prominent theme in 1 Peter is holy life and brotherhood as characteristics of being a Christian. Peter instructs Christians on how to respond to the inevitable reality of suffering facing the first-century church. The author of this letter addresses his message to immigrants, immigrants, who are scattered in Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia Minor and Bithynia (I Pet. 1:1). Those who receive the letter of I Peter are called people chosen by God, sanctified by the Spirit of God. Thus, the author of the letter I Peter has the appropriate context at the time of writing this letter. The context is noteworthy so that it contributes to understanding Peter 1:13-25. In this text, the author uses a term that can help modern readers understand the context of I Peter. The word used in I Peter 1:13-25 is the word suffering or temptation as stated in I Peter 1:6. The purpose of the suffering is for the quality or purity of the recipient’s faith. The study used the historical-critical method to explore the teaching of 1 Peter 1:13–25. Hence, this exegesis sought to assist in attaining a clearer understanding of what the biblical passage seeks to convey to Christian religious education teachers in Tangerang Indonesia. A quantitative method was also used to seek the views of Christian elementary and junior high school teachers in Tangerang. It concluded that in light of the impending judgment on all humanity, believers are to trust God and continue to live holy lives and foster the spirit of brotherhood amidst their suffering. This study has implications for Christian Education as Christians face attacks from within and without and to remain victorious. Keywords: Holy life, Brotherhood of Believers, Brotherly Love, 1 Peter 1:13-25

English Teachers Views On Changes To The Independent Curriculum In English Language Learning

The aim of this research is to determine teachers' perceptions of curriculum changes independence in the context of learning methods regarding changes in the independence curriculum. On in this research, the method used is a qualitative descriptive research method and the data obtained is from the results of interviews. Teacher perceptions towards changes to the independent curriculum itself aims at teachers' perceptions of curriculum changes independence, namely how teachers understand the concept of an independent curriculum, analyzing the impact of the curriculum independence in teaching and learning as well as obstacles and challenges in implementing the curriculum independent. Where the curriculum is a very important and determining component in implementation of education. And functions as a tool for achieving educational goals, if the goal if education changes then automatically the curriculum must also be changed.

Mathematics Teachers and Pre-service Teachers' Opinions about Distance Education

School closures during the COVID-19 pandemic have made education dependent on online teaching. It turned into an unprecedented experience for teachers and students. Therefore, this study aims to examine the views of mathematics teachers and pre-service mathematics teachers on distance education practices. The data of the study were collected through a written and online questionnaire to thirty-seven mathematics teachers working in secondary/high schools in Turkey and final year pre-service mathematics teachers continuing their education in universities. The data were analyzed through descriptive and content analysis. At the end of the study, pre-service teachers expressed a high level of positive opinion about distance education practices. Teachers, on the other hand, expressed an approximately equal number of positive and negative opinions about distance education practices. In addition, participants characterized distance education practices in similar categories as negative. These categories are the inadequacy of technological infrastructure, the inadequacy of teacher-student interaction, and the impossibility of access. Similarly, participants expressed positive opinions in different categories. These categories were easy to access, repeatability, and economy. In addition, students and parents expressed concerns about the functionality of distance education applications in mathematics education as insecurity, family unrest, and financial problems.

Language Learning of Immigrant Students from the Teacher’s Perspective: Challenges and Barriers

Proficiency in language not only fosters amicable social interactions but also cultivates harmonious relations within the school milieu. The primary objective of this study is to assess the impediments hindering the language learning process among immigrant students, as perceived by educators, and to scrutinize the challenges stemming from linguistic inadequacies within educational settings. We utilized a phenomenological approach to examine the views of middle school teachers with at least one foreign-nationality student in their classes regarding the language factor in the adaptation process. The research was conducted with eight middle school teachers in Istanbul, specifically in the districts of Bağcılar and Zeytinburnu, all of whom have at least one immigrant student in their classes. The Semi-Structured Interview Technique was utilized to collect data. Data analysis was performed using inductive coding and following Creswell’s Data Analysis Steps. This study's findings underscore the distinct challenges confronting immigrant students concerning language insufficiency during their adaptation to the school environment. Teachers believe that the language differences of immigrant students impact peer relationships, academic achievements, and their own teaching practices. Teachers also identify barriers hindering the language learning process of immigrant students, such as low student motivation, insufficient family support, class size, and inadequacies in overarching policies. Ultimately, the study emphasizes the necessity for immigrant students to undergo language learning to adapt to the education system. In this regard, it is crucial for families to participate actively in the language learning process, and the government should involve families in language learning processes through effective and widespread projects.

How do pre-service teachers view Galois theory? A questionnaire study

Abstract algebra is an important part of mathematics teacher education as it provides the rigorous mathematical foundations for many mathematics topics covered in school classrooms. Throughout their academic career, many secondary mathematics teachers even enroll in more advanced algebra courses, which often culminate in Galois theory. However, very little is known about educational aspects of Galois theory and respective mathematics education research is scarce. We contribute to closing this gap by reporting on the results of an exploratory questionnaire study with a sample of n=39 pre-service mathematics teachers, inquiring about the raison d’être of incorporating Galois theory into teacher education: Is Galois theory viewed as useful for their later profession and which connections are drawn to the secondary mathematics classroom? On the one hand, the results of our study indicate that a vast majority of pre-service teachers do not perceive studying Galois theory as meaningful and struggle to exemplify connections between Galois theory and secondary school mathematics. On the other hand, a small share of the participants experienced Galois theory as an important part of mathematics that elegantly connects a variety of algebraic and geometric notions.

AI 시대 교사의 역할에 대한 예비교사들의 인식 탐색

Objectives The purposes of this study is to analyze the view of pre-service teachers’ about teacher’s role in the AI era.
 Methods For this, reflective writing was used for 101 pre-service teachers who were enrolled university located in D metropolitan.
 Results Pre-service teachers predicated that AI’s influence on school education would increase in the future society. As a result, they concerned about excessive dependence on AI, fairness in evaluation and individualism while there were positive aspect of individualized education for learners, reducing teachers’ work and reducing the academic gap between students. Pre-service teachers recognized that teachers were who guide students to the human life by understanding and empathizing for them with a sense of duty in education and that AI could never replace them. They thought that teachers in future society should play the role of class planners, AI administrators, sympathetic leaders, guides to community life, and persons who develop critical thinking skills of students.
 Conclusions Frist, Pre-service teachers positively recognize the need for school change due to social change and show their’s subjective appearance as subjects for school change. Second, focusing on the ambivalence of AI in-fluence on education, they define the role of teacher in terms of ethics aspect, focusing on humanity. Third, it can be seen that pre-service teachers have a self-reflection aspect, in that they define the identity of teachers through understanding and empathy of the relationship between teachers and students. Forth, Pre-service teachers suggest what the educational direction schools should be by defining the desirable human life is com-munity life.