scholarly journals Fulfilling Set Objectives: A Case Study of Teacher Development in Two Primary Schools in Beijing

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 178-195
Author(s):  
Manhong Lai ◽  
Lijia Wang
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Development ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
School Level ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Teacher Communities ◽  
School Based ◽  
Cultural Historical Activity ◽  
Chat Theory ◽  
Depth Interviews

Purpose: This study aims to reveal the recent characteristics of school-based teacher development (STD) in China since it is perceived as a key measure to achieve success in raising educational quality in the country. Design/Approach/Methods: A qualitative research approach with in-depth interviews of 18 teachers at two primary schools in Beijing was used. Findings: Through the lens of cultural-historical activity theory (CHAT), it was observed that the objectives adaptation of teacher communities was made under the control of the District Education Bureau. STD provides the venue for ordinary teachers to learn, understand, and implement the teaching initiatives promoted by the district. Teacher communities at school level therefore implement continuous professional development initiatives promoted by Education Bureau teaching research officers. Originality/Value: This article argues that the administrative style of local government affected teacher community’s object, rules, and division of labor. It also contributes an indigenous interpretation of the CHAT theory.

scholarly journals STRATEGI KEPEMIMPINAN KEPALA SEKOLAH DAN GURU DALAM MEMBENTUK KARAKTER SISWA

2017 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 175-185
Author(s):  
Iskandar Iskandar
Keyword(s):  
Instructional Leadership ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Participant Observation ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Leadership Quality ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Study Type ◽  
Philosophy Of Leadership ◽  
Depth Interviews

This study aims to describe the strategy of principals, teachers, in the character formation of students in primary schools. The research approach used is qualitative with case study type. The research instrument is the researcher himself. Data collection using in-depth interviews, participant observation and documentation. Research respondents are snow-ball. Data analysis technique using Creswell model (2014). Validity of data used criteria of credibility, transferability, dependability, and komfirmabilitas. The conclusion of the research is the principal's strategy in shaping the character of the students with the philosophy of leadership, exemplary, discipline, instructional leadership, quality leadership, as well as teacher empowerment and education. Teacher strategy is exemplary, habituation, and touch of heart. Parent and community strategies are effective communication and effective partnerships.

scholarly journals Parent Involvement in School Based Activities under Mongar and Yadi Cluster Primary Schools of Bhutan

2021 ◽  
pp. 41-53
Author(s):  
Som Bdr. Mongar
Keyword(s):  
Parent Involvement ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Qualitative Case Study ◽  
Document Analysis ◽  
Work Load ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
School Level ◽  
School Based ◽  
Academic School

This research aimed to examine how primary schools involve parents in school based activities in urban, semi urban and rural primary schools under the Yadi and Mongar Cluster of Mongar District. It also aimed to find some of the challenges faced by the primary schools on parent involvement [PI] in school based activities. Three principals and twenty teachers of three different settings were selected based on purposive sampling in this qualitative case study employing semi-structured interview, observation and document analysis tools. The findings of this study revealed that the primary schools under study involved more parents in non-academic school based activities than in academic school based activities due to lack of policy on PI in school, level of parents’ education, time constraint, work load, and attitudes of parents, principals and teachers. This study could benefit the stakeholders to enhance PI in meaningful ways and contribute to the success of children and school development.

The utility of non-formal education in addressing the school dropout phenomenon : a case study of Asifundeni Secondary School in Makonde District Zimbabwe

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 41-69
Author(s):  
Francis Muchenje ◽  
◽  
Pedzisai Goronga
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
Formal Education ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
School Dropout ◽  
School Level ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Community Members ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Secondary School Level

The study sought to explore students' views on the utility of non-formal education in addressing the school dropout phenomenon at secondary school level. Qualitative research approach was adopted and a case study design was utilised. The population consisted of all the students in the non-formal programme at the school from which a sample of 11 students (2 male and 9 female) was selected through purposive stratified sampling technique. Data were gathered through structured in-depth interviews and focus group discussions. Non-formal education was seen to address the school dropout phenomenon by providing school drop outs with an opportunity to continue their education and hence becomes a form of empowerment. A number of challenges such as lack of adequate tuition in some subjects, lack of conducive learning environment as well as negative perception of non-formal education held by pupils in the formal stream and community members were identified. The study recommends that the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education should review the staffing situation in schools to ensure the availability of teachers in the various subjects in the non-formal stream. Schools should make an effort to provide appropriate learning facilities for students in the nonformal stream. Furthermore, schools should conscientise their communities on the importance of non-formal education.

scholarly journals The developing role of occupational therapists in school-based practice: Experiences from collaborative action research in Pakistan

2020 ◽  
Vol 83 (6) ◽  
pp. 375-386
Author(s):  
Debbie Kramer-Roy ◽  
Denise Hashim ◽  
Nighat Tahir ◽  
Areeba Khan ◽  
Asma Khalid ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Inclusive Education ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Occupational Therapists ◽  
Collaborative Action Research ◽  
School Level ◽  
Collaborative Action ◽  
School Based

Introduction Occupational therapists around the world increasingly seek to support the participation of children with disabilities and special educational needs in mainstream education. Contemporary school-based occupational therapy practice is progressing from an individual, impairment focus towards collaborative, universal interventions at the whole class and whole school level. Participation-focused practice and collaboration is particularly important, but uncommon, in low-resource contexts such as Pakistan. Methods This article reports on collaborative action research that developed the role of occupational therapy in inclusive education in Karachi, Pakistan. A research team consisting of occupational therapists and teachers worked with five local primary schools, using the action research cycles of plan–implement–observe–reflect to develop practical strategies, materials and inclusive lesson plans to facilitate the participation of all children in all school-based occupations. Findings Support from school management and interdisciplinary collaboration were crucial for implementing change. In addition, strategies like inclusive lesson planning were found to benefit all children in class. Collaborative action research led to increased professional confidence in the teachers and occupational therapists, and skill development through developing a resource guide, running workshops and presenting at (inter)national conferences. Conclusion Collaborative action research was an effective means to develop the occupational therapy role in inclusive education practices in Pakistan, develop culturally appropriate educational resources, and upskill local therapists and teachers.

scholarly journals A school-based oral health educational program: the experience of Maringa- PR, Brazil

2004 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 27-33 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carlos Alberto Conrado ◽  
Sandra Mara Maciel ◽  
Márcia Regina Oliveira
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Oral Health Care ◽  
School Level ◽  
Educational Approach ◽  
Entire Study ◽  
School Based ◽  
Study Population

The main purpose of this study was to evaluate the preliminary results of a school-based oral health educational strategy adopted in public primary schools from the city of Maringa, State of Parana, Brazil. The study sample was composed by 556 children and adolescents aged 6 to 17 years old, 124 schoolteachers and a group of 55 mothers. The educational approach was implemented for 18 months and consisted of reinforcements of interventions addressed to students and schoolteachers at school level and few activities targeted at the mothers, performed by means of home visits. Baseline and follow-up interviews focused on oral health care were undertaken for the entire study population. As a stimulus for the students to achieve proper oral hygiene habits, the simplified oral hygiene index was assessed at three different moments. A statistically significant improvement in their oral hygiene index (p<0.001) was recorded. The results achieved suggest an encouraging tendency towards the improvement in the levels of oral health care among the school-age youths studied. They also point out the need of intensifying the preparation of schoolteachers in oral health topics, as well the instructions to the mothers for their oral health care. Moreover, they highlight the importance of the continuous implementation of school-based programs to promote the oral health.

scholarly journals Manajemen Personalia Lembaga Pendidikan: MA Darul Ihsan Samarinda dan SMA YPM Diponogoro Tenggarong Seberang

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 27-38
Author(s):  
Misbahul Fuad
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Personnel Management ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Field Research ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Personnel Administration ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Collection Methods

In its development, madrasas experienced ups and downs in their development. The most basic problem is the management aspect. The following cases of management are interesting to note. There are schools or madrasas that initially experience setbacks, then can progress rapidly. On the other hand, there are schools or madrassas that initially developed, but then almost went out of business. One of the reasons is due to the management that is not mature enough, therefore personnel management in the world of education is very important especially in educational institutions especially Islamic-based educational institutions. This study aims to determine the application of personnel management in Islamic education institutions and supporting and inhibiting factors in its application. This research is a type of field research with a multi-case study research approach. Data collection methods used Participatory Observation and In-depth interviews. The steps of data analysis in this study use the analysis of the Miles and Huberman models. Based on the results of research in the field it was found that: 1) The implementation of personnel management in MA Darul Ihsan Samarinda and YPM Diponegoro Tenggarong Seberang High School which consisted of educators and education staff. There are several components of personnel management, including seven components that have different divisions and elements, namely planning, recruitment, coaching, dismissal, but there are three important components that have not been comprehensively applied, namely compensation, appointment and evaluation. 2) Supporting factors for the implementation of personnel management in MA Darul Ihsan Samarinda and YPM Diponegoro Tenggarong Seberang High School are the motivation given by the madrasa headmaster and headmaster to their personnel so that they always try to be better and give encouragement or enthusiasm in carrying out their tasks. Both vision, mission, goals because each institution must have a vision, mission and goals as well as MA Darul Ihsan Samarinda and YPM Diponegoro Tenggarong High School have a vision, mission and clear objectives, while the inhibiting factor in the implementation of personnel administration is a means of implementing administration in MA Darul Ihsan Samarinda and YPM Diponegoro Tenggarong Seberang High School due to the unavailability of sufficient funds and human resources in their fields.

Offense or Defense

2021 ◽  
pp. 69-95
Author(s):  
Tahani Abdallah AbdelJawad
Keyword(s):  
Succession Planning ◽  
Employee Retention ◽  
Vantage Point ◽  
Senior Management ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Organizational Issues ◽  
Organizational Continuity ◽  
Key Issues ◽  
Depth Interviews

Using a niche service provider, Zforce Government Solutions (ZGS), this case provides the reader with a first-hand examination of the organizational issues resulting from ineffective recruiting, retention, and succession planning, allowing for the acknowledgment of the coherent, interdependent, and interrelated relationship between the aforementioned topics. This case study performs a revelatory assessment of ZGS's application of Harvard's Soft HRM model and fundamentals of key issues reflecting organizational mismanagement of human talent, where human talent is vital to organizational continuity. Written from the vantage point of a previous ZGS senior management employee, this case study utilizes a qualitative research approach, with empirical data gathered from four in-depth interviews conducted with previous ZGS leadership employees. Ultimately, the case study is intended to induce reader-reflection on the various components of importance in talent management, which play a significant role in accomplishing employee loyalty and employee retention.

scholarly journals Teamwork Pengembangan Kemitraan (Studi Kasus Kelompok Kerja Pengembangan Kemitraan dalam Penangulangan Kemiskinan di Kota Bogor)

2015 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-21
Author(s):  
Rizki Bunga Lestari ◽  
Soni Akhmad Nulhaqim ◽  
Maulana Irfan
Keyword(s):  
Working Group ◽  
Poverty Reduction ◽  
Team Building ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Case Study Method ◽  
Literature Study ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Study Development

The title of this research is “Teamwork of Development Partnership (Case Study Development Partnership Teamwork of Poverty in Bogor)”. This research aims to describe the teamwork process conducted by the Working Group on Development Partnership include communication, compromise, cooperation, coordination, and consummation. Teamwork that made the Working Group in an effort to reduce poverty in Bogor. Researcher used a qualitative research approach with case study method, while the instruments used in data collection is interview, observation guidelines, and guidance documentation. The technique used an in-depth interviews, non-participatory observation, and literature study. Informants in this research is 11 people, they are 4 persons from SKPD, 2 persons from BUMD, 2 persons from BUMN, and 3 persons from private sector. The results of this research indicate that good teamwork is determined by communication, compromise, cooperation, coordination, and consummation. Communications flow into upward, downward, and horizontal, both formally and informally, through the medium of verbal and non-verbal communication. Compromises is used to resolve the differences that determined the best alternative. Cooperation as a form of cooperation through the participation of members in carrying out its duties and responsibilities. Coordination is used to integrate the goals and activities of the Working Group in order to direct, there is no overlap. Then, the consummation is used through improvements in poverty reduction activities in Bogor. Thus, the researchers suggest a training program “Team Building Training to Improve the Quality of Teamwork”. The purpose of this training is to raise awareness of Pokja members so that they understand the importance of teamwork that goes with effective and implement a strategy or technique in achieving teamwork, so that the Pokja was able to develop and implement effective teamwork in tackling poverty.Keywords: Human Service Organization, Teamwork, Komunikasi dan Kooperasi

scholarly journals The Role of Teachers in The Development of National Characters in Religion Based School: a Case Study In SD Muhammadiyah 3 Nusukan Surakarta Indonesia

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 366
Author(s):  
Roy Ardiansyah
Keyword(s):  
Elementary Schools ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Participant Observation ◽  
National Character ◽  
Literacy Studies ◽  
Interactive Analysis ◽  
Role Of Teachers ◽  
Depth Interviews

<em>The phenomenon of the spread of religious-based elementary schools in the community will certainly have an impact on the development of the Indonesian Human Resources Development Index. This includes efforts to strengthen the National Character. The purpose of this study is to describe the role of teachers in religion-based elementary schools in strengthening the national character of students. This research uses a qualitative approach. The subjects of this study were 37 students and teachers. Data collection techniques used in this study were participant observation, in-depth interviews, literacy studies, and questionnaires. Analysis of the data used is Miles and Huberman Interactive Analysis. The results showed that teachers have an important role in strengthening the Nationality Character in Religion-Based Primary Schools, namely (1) Teachers not only teach about concepts but also emulate them, (2) Provide effective communication media between students and parents, (3) and supervise every student's behavior</em>

scholarly journals How to Make Physical Activity Promotion Work in Thai Schools: Perspectives of Multiple Stakeholders

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Areekul Amornsriwatanakul ◽  
Narongsak Noosorn ◽  
Kittipong Poonchob ◽  
Rung Wongwat ◽  
Somkiat Sornprasit ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Focus Groups ◽  
School Setting ◽  
Physical Activity Promotion ◽  
School Level ◽  
Information Support ◽  
School Based ◽  
Activity Promotion ◽  
The Government ◽  
Depth Interviews

Background: This study aimed to determine current practice in physical activity (PA) promotion in Thai schools, explore barriers and facilitators to PA promotion within the school setting, and identify strategies to support schools’ future practice. Methods: A qualitative study design was applied comprising document analysis, focus groups, in-depth interviews, and onsite observations. The focus groups and in-depth interviews were conducted with 144 informants, purposively recruited through 24 schools in 4 regions across Thailand. Inductive content analysis was used. Results: Most schools were promoting PA in the absence of written policies, and without an accurate understanding of PA. Nonalignment of school performance indicators and policies, concerns about children’s academic performance, and lack of budget were raised as barriers to PA promotion, whereas strong partnerships with multiple local stakeholders facilitated school-based PA promotion. Mandated government PA policies and more information support were suggested as strategies to enhance schools’ future practices. Conclusions: For PA promotion to be successful in the school setting, significant challenges will need to be addressed. Results from this study help the government and concerned stakeholders to better understand the situation at the school level, and further strive for achieving the target PA levels specified in the National PA Plan.

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