Learning to teach in the primary school - Edited by James Arthur & Teresa Cremin. Breaking barriers to learning in primary schools - By Pat Hughes. Encyclopedia of primary education - By Denis Hayes

2011 ◽  
Vol 42 (3) ◽  
pp. E58-E60
Author(s):  
Eric Deeson
Keyword(s):  
Primary School ◽  
Primary Education ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Learning To Teach ◽  
Barriers To Learning

Percursos Históricos da Escola Primária em Mato Grosso

2018 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 422
Author(s):  
Laura Isabel Marques Vasconcelos De Almeida ◽  
Neuza Bertoni Pinto
Keyword(s):  
School Culture ◽  
Primary School ◽  
Cultural History ◽  
Primary Education ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Mato Grosso ◽  
Documentary Sources ◽  
The Government ◽  
Cultura Escolar

Este artigo tem como objetivo destacar os elementos da cultura escolar predominantes na Escola Primária mato-grossense, inventariados a partir da legislação e normas no período de expansão escolar em Mato Grosso. O estudo desenvolvido pelo viés histórico se ancora na abordagem da história-cultural e tem como fontes documentais, a legislação e o regulamento que definiram as diretrizes educacionais para a organização do Ensino Primário, levando em consideração os aspectos históricos, políticos e pedagógicos da época. O estudo aponta que apesar dos esforços, as Diretrizes Educacionais do Estado de Mato Grosso (1965) evidenciam a preocupação do Governo e a necessidade de melhoria no processo educativo das Escolas Primárias de Mato Grosso. No entanto, esta melhoria dependeria não apenas de boa vontade política, mas de uma proposta político-pedagógica direcionada ao Ensino Primário e a melhoria das condições de trabalho do professor na educação mato-grossense. Palavras-chave: Escola Primária. Cultura Escolar. Diretrizes Educacionais. AbstractThis article aims to highlight the elements of school culture prevalent in the primary school of Mato Grosso, inventoried from the legislation and norms during the school expansion period in Mato Grosso. The study developed by the historical bias is anchored in the approach of cultural history and has as documentary sources, legislation and regulation that defined the educational guidelines for the organization of primary education, taking into account the historical, political and pedagogical aspects of the time. The study points out that despite the efforts, the Educational Guidelines of the State of Mato Grosso (1965) show the government concern and the need for improvement in the educational process of primary schools in Mato Grosso. However, this improvement would depend not only on political goodwill but on a political-pedagogical proposal aimed at primary education and at improving the teachers’ working conditions in Mato Grosso State's education. Keywords: Primary School. School Culture. Educational Guidelines. 

The music curriculum as ‘received’ by children: Evidence from Cyprus primary schools

2006 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 187-204 ◽  
Author(s):  
Natassa Economidou Stavrou
Keyword(s):  
Primary School ◽  
Primary Education ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Curriculum Theory ◽  
Music Curriculum ◽  
School Subjects

This article reports on research investigating the ‘received’ music curriculum as experienced by children and how this corresponds with the expectations of the official music curriculum. The research was conducted in Cyprus and the sample consisted of 1196 children in their final year in primary school. Results verify a huge gap between curriculum theory and implementation, revealing that knowledge accumulated during the six years of primary education is far distant from the over-optimistic intentions of the official music curriculum. Additionally, music was found to be one of children's least favourite school subjects, suggesting the need for a more learner-centred and process-orientated music curriculum.

“Road to School: Primary School Participation in Korea, 1911–1960”

2017 ◽  
Vol 24 (2-3) ◽  
pp. 184-208
Author(s):  
Dae Hyung Woo ◽  
Howard Kahm
Keyword(s):  
Primary School ◽  
Primary Education ◽  
Land Reform ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
School Enrollment ◽  
Universal Primary Education ◽  
Colonial Era ◽  
Colonial Legacy ◽  
Japanese Colonial ◽  
The Republic

This article situates South Korea’s economic success in the latter part of the 20th Century within the framework of the emergence of universal primary education. In particular, it examines the history of primary school enrollment in Korea from the onset of Japanese colonial rule in 1910 until the emergence of universal primary school education in the early 1960s. A high enrollment rate was unusual for countries that had an annual income similar to South Korea, which was about one hundred u.s. dollars per person in 1960. Although income was a factor in shaping the access of Koreans to primary education, especially in the colonial era, the authors conclude that it was only one and not the most important factor that determined this process. Other important issues that the article assesses are the Japanese colonial legacy, children’s access to schools, Korea’s Confucian legacy, industrialization, and land reform. Of these factors, the authors argue, the colonial legacy had a mixed impact on access to primary schools, while land reform played a significant role in influencing the movement toward universal primary education in the Republic of Korea.

scholarly journals A critical realist approach to literacy acquisition and development, with specific application to teacher traning and support in primary education in KwaZulu-Natal

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Rookumani Govender
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Teacher Training ◽  
Primary School ◽  
Primary Education ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Formal Education ◽  
Literacy Acquisition ◽  
The Government ◽  
Training And Support

In adopting a critical realist approach, this study offers a view of the complex social and contextual factors impacting on literacy acquisition and development in primary education, which is thought to be its main contribution to the field. The study‟s focus was on reading because reading is a fundamental part of literacy acquisition and development in primary education. Its purpose was to establish the state of current literacy teaching and learning practices in formal education so that, ultimately, recommendations could be made for teacher training and support. In the changing face of education in post-apartheid South Africa, provision has been made by the government to democratise education, and, in particular allow all students equity of access to key competences such as literacy. However, there are signs that all is not well at the level of implementation, for example, the low learner pass rate. In particular, teachers do not appear to be coping with the new dispensation, and are generally demoralised and demotivated. It must be stressed that the issue of literacy acquisition and development is complex and multi-layered, and not just a simple question of applying linguistic knowledge or skills. While literacy is a key competence for schooling and a key life skill, education is an essential variable in literacy acquisition and development. However, there are indications that the South African educational system is failing to deliver quality education to its learners. It has been estimated that illiteracy is costing the government as much as R550 billion a year. The fact remains that the main responsibility for teaching literacy rests with schools. Currently there is a literacy crisis in South Africa. This means that large numbers of children are not acquiring the high level skills in reading and writing that will enable them to take part in the new knowledge economy. The general aim of this project was to investigate the process of literacy acquisition and development in primary schools. The investigation focused specifically on how learners acquire literacy, and the involvement of teaching training and support for educators. It was anticipated that the investigation would identify gaps in the acquisition and development of literacy, as well as iii provide recommendations for teacher training and support: the findings might then feed specialist knowledge on the current state of literacy acquisition in formal education into the area of teacher training as to address the problem of lack of preparedness of teachers to deal with literacy acquisition. The project involved an investigation of literacy teaching and learning practices in three different types of public school in the Ethekwini Region, comprising ex-Model C, semi-urban and rural schools. The scope of the study was confined to three primary schools in KwaZulu Natal. The selected research sites were Joel1 Primary School (urban) in the Pinetown area, Milo Primary School The semiurban) in the Mariannhill area, and John Primary School (rural) in the Ndwedwe District. No attempt was made to generalise on the acquisition of language and development, and the provision of teacher training and support at these selected primary schools with reference to schools in the rest of South Africa. However, it is thought that the findings might well be relevant to some schools to enable them to cope and understand the role and function of language acquisition and development. The social factors which negatively impact on literacy acquisition and development were found to include features of the local social context, security for literacy resources and other physical challenges. Factors impacting negatively on teacher performance were inadequate teacher training, the impact of teacher unions, and the effects of poverty and HIV/AIDS. Some of the clearly intertwined challenges experienced at the Intermediate Phase education level include the problems of insufficient teaching staff numbers and insufficient numbers of competent and trained staff; lack of sufficient support for African language learners; large class sizes; lack of resources; and lack of quality leadership in schools. These challenges are the shaky ground upon which we build education for some of our learners, especially those in rural and poor areas.

scholarly journals Education of Future Primary School Teachers at the Department of Primary and Pre-primary Education, Faculty of Education, Palacký University Olomouc

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 9-18
Author(s):  
Dominika Provázková Stolinská
Keyword(s):  
Primary School ◽  
Primary Education ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Theoretical Knowledge ◽  
Educational Context ◽  
Project Development ◽  
Undergraduate Training ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Primary School Teachers ◽  
Faculty Of Education

The objective of the paper was to present the concept of undergraduate preparation of future primary school teachers at the Faculty of Education in Olomouc. This course has had a long tradition in Olomouc, and the current concept of the course is based on an overview of the system of primary education presented in this paper. In addition to this concept, the authors reflect on the needs of primary schools and try to implement these needs within the educational context. The concept of the course focuses not only on students’ theoretical knowledge but primarily on the application sphere. The paper is a partial outcome of the project Development of the concept of undergraduate training of primary school teachers with an emphasis on communication competences.

The Problems That School Administrators and Syrian Teachers Encounter During the Educational Process of Syrian Refugee Children

2019 ◽  
pp. 317-326
Author(s):  
Şefika Şule Erçetin ◽  
Nihan Potas ◽  
Şuay Nilhan Açıkalın
Keyword(s):  
Primary School ◽  
Primary Education ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Basic Education ◽  
School Administrators ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Refugee Children ◽  
Syrian Refugee ◽  
Qualitative Pattern ◽  
Voluntary Basis

The aim of the study is to determine the problems that school administrators and Syrian Teachers encounter during the educational process of Syrian Refugee Children continuing their education in basic education institutions Ankara-Altındağ province. So as to identify and diagnose in detail the views of the school administrators and Syrian teachers in basic education institutions regarding the problems they face while teaching Syrian refugee and asylum-seeking children, the research was designed using a qualitative pattern. Syrian teachers who migrated to Turkey from Syria and Turkish school administrators who work in four primary schools; Fatih Sultan Mehmet Primary School, Nazife Hatun Primary School, Şili Primary School and Taşça Primary School, affiliated to the General Directorate of Primary Education of Altındağ district of Ankara province, constituted the population of the research. The interviews were conducted on a voluntary basis with four school principals and 16 teachers from among the 86 Syrian teachers who are working in these schools.

ACQUISITION OF MUSICAL CULTURAL VALUES IN PRIMARY EDUCATION: APPRAISING THE VIRTUE OF HOLISTIC APPROACH

2013 ◽  
pp. 32
Author(s):  
Jelena Badjanova ◽  
Dzintra Ilisko
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Study ◽  
Primary School ◽  
Cultural Values ◽  
Primary Education ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Scientific Literature ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Theoretical Studies ◽  
School Subject ◽  
Making Sense

The paper reviews current tendencies in making sense of the concept of holism as well as analyses relevant theoretical studies in social science about the substance and significance of holistic approach to shaping the content of primary education and to facilitating the acquisition of musical cultural values. Analysis of scientific literature germane to this topic suggested the following research aim – to ascertain the expediency of holistic approach to facilitating the acquisition of musical cultural values in primary school with due concern for enriching learners’ spiritual and physical experience. The empirical study reported on in this paper draws on survey data obtained from primary education teachers in different regions of Latvia. The survey allowed for evaluating and comparing the views of primary school subject teachers on holistic approach to facilitating the acquisition of musical cultural values in Latvian primary schools

scholarly journals The prevalence of sickness absence among primary school pupils – reason to be worried?

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Esther Karen Pijl ◽  
Yvonne Theodora Maria Vanneste ◽  
Angelique Eveline de Rijk ◽  
Frans Joseph Maria Feron ◽  
Jolanda Mathijssen
Keyword(s):  
Primary School ◽  
Sickness Absence ◽  
Primary Education ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Educational Achievement ◽  
Research Policy ◽  
Public Health Research ◽  
Special Schools ◽  
School Absence ◽  
Primary School Pupils

Abstract Background Absence from school can lead to lower educational achievement and poor health. Little is known about school absence in primary education. This study’s first aim was to examine the prevalence of school absence in primary schools and differing types of absence, including sickness absence. The second aim was to determine which pupil characteristics and types of absence were associated with extensive sickness absence. Methods The school absence registries for the school year 2015–2016 were analysed retrospectively in eight mainstream primary schools with 2216 pupils, and six schools for special primary education with 1000 pupils in the West-Brabant region of the Netherlands. Descriptive analyses, χ2-tests, Mann-Whitney U tests and logistic regression analyses were performed. Results The one-year prevalence of school absence was 85% in mainstream primary schools and 79% in special schools. Sickness absence was the most prevalent type of absence, occurring in 75 and 71% of pupils, respectively The prevalence of extensive sickness absence was 13 and 23%, respectively. In mainstream schools, extensive sickness absence was associated with a young age, low parental educational level, more doctor’s visits and unauthorised absence, and in special schools with more doctor’s visits, other authorised absence, tardiness and unauthorised absence. Conclusions The prevalence of extensive sickness absence was high, and as this was associated with other types of absence, these pupils missed even more days of school. Public health research, policy and practice should address sickness absence among primary school pupils, to prevent adverse effects on children’s development.

scholarly journals PLANNING AND APPLICATION OF METHODS IN DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION AND INDIVIDUAL APPROACH TO PUPILS WITH DIFFICULTIES IN PRIMARY SCHOOL

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 ◽  
pp. 108-118
Author(s):  
Jasna Kudek Mirošević ◽  
Mirjana Radetić Paić
Keyword(s):  
Primary School ◽  
Differentiated Instruction ◽  
Primary Education ◽  
Teaching Methods ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Teaching Aids ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Inclusive School ◽  
The Republic

In an inclusive school teachers are expected to take responsibility for planning the teaching process in which they will apply adequate support (Ahon Adaka, 2013; Tomlinson, 2015). The aim of this research is to determine certain specificities of teachers’ differentiated instruction in their teaching and planning of individualised methods for the successful conduction of activities with pupils with difficulties in lower and higher grades of primary school. The set hypothesis states that there is a statistically significant difference between class teachers and subject teachers of primary schools of the Republic of Croatia (N=410) in the estimation of their own planning and application of methods in differentiated instruction and individualised approach to pupils with difficulties. The nonparametric Mann-Whitney U test was used to test the differences between teachers groups. The results showed that class teachers applied methods relating to pupils’ more successful inclusion in activities and supported their individuality by applying individualised teaching aids more than subject teachers. Such results indicate that differentiated and individualised teaching methods which are most adequate for a certain pupil and which will support their self-activity during primary education are still insufficiently present, even more in higher grades of primary school.

scholarly journals ORGANIZATION OF PRIMARY EDUCATION IN THE REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA

2020 ◽  
pp. 183-189
Author(s):  
Маргарита Викторовна Курышева ◽  
Мерри Йовита Тариган
Keyword(s):  
Primary School ◽  
Primary Education ◽  
Education System ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Primary School Children ◽  
Educational Content ◽  
Educational Models ◽  
The Republic ◽  
The Government

Описана организация системы образования в Республике Индонезия. Особое внимание обращается на учебный процесс в индонезийской начальной школе. Актуальность темы обусловлена неоднозначным отношением общества к реформам российской системы образования, к роли учителя, предметному содержанию учебного процесса, в том числе в начальной школе. В соответствии со стандартами компетенции выпускников и стандартами содержания обучения Республики Индонезия, рассмотрены основные принципы обучения, на основе которых происходит развитие трех областей компетенций: отношения, знания и навыки. Проанализировано влияние базовых возрастных характеристик детей начальной школы на образовательные модели, разрабатываемые и используемые в практической деятельности учителями в Индонезии. Описаны задачи развития детей младшего школьного возраста согласно Дж. Хейвигхерсту и основанные на этих задачах направления деятельности учителей начальной школы в Республике Индонезия. The article is devoted to the description of the organization of the education system in the Republic of Indonesia. The authors pay special attention to the educational process in the Indonesian primary school. The relevance of this topic is due to the ambiguous attitude of society to the reforms of the Russian education system, to the role of teachers, to the subject content of the educational process, including in primary schools. We believe that the experience of foreign teachers will be useful in developing primary education programs. The law on education and the decree of the government of the Republic of Indonesia introduce standards of competence of graduates and standards of educational content for primary, secondary and senior secondary schools. In accordance with the standards of competence of graduates and the standards of educational content of the Republic of Indonesia, the article describes the basic principles of training, on the basis of which the development of three areas of competence takes place: relationships, knowledge and skills. Relevant competencies are formed through various activities related to the psychological, moral and social spheres of a child’s life. The authors consider the influence of basic age characteristics of primary school children on educational models developed and used in practice by teachers in Indonesia. The article describes the development tasks of children of primary school age in accordance with the concept of J. Haywighurst and the directions of activities of primary school teachers in the Republic of Indonesia, based on these tasks.

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