scholarly journals SHIFTING PARADIGMS OF CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT THROUGH BLENDED LEARNING AND E-ENABLED PLATFORMS FOR 21ST CENTURY TEACHING AND LEARNING

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 12-15
Author(s):  
Abubakar Shuaibu Chiroma ◽  
P.S. Yaduma
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
21St Century ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Continuous Professional Development

scholarly journals A Two-prong Approach for Enhancing Teaching and Learning for 21st Century skills Development in Oyo State, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Secondary Schools ◽  
21St Century ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Formal Education ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Instructional Delivery ◽  
Continuous Professional Development ◽  
Professional Development Of Teachers ◽  
The Impact

Formal Education in the 21st Century is focused on the development of learners’ skills and competencies essential to navigate the complexities and uncertainties of the age. Effective acquisition of these skills in the school is predicated on adequate provision of technological resources, adequate school infrastructure and continuous professional development of teachers for innovative instructional delivery. Therefore, this study was carried out to investigate the extent to which infrastructural provisions and continuous professional development of teachers in secondary schools in Nigeria support the development and acquisition of 21st Century teaching and learning skills. The study which adopted the impact of school infrastructure on learning by Barrett et al.as a conceptual framework, used descriptive survey design. Two self-constructed instruments were used to collect data from (20) selected secondary schools, (50) teachers and (200) students. Data were analysed using frequency count, percentage score, mean, and standard deviation. Findings showed that the schools visited lack infrastructural provisions, the teachers do not have the requisite skills and the students are not aware of any other means of learning different from the conventional styles offered by their teachers. Therefore, this study offered a two-prong approach of immediate provision of technological infrastructure for schools and the development of teachers’ professional skills through focused training targeted at enhancing their technological instructional delivery skills.

scholarly journals Peculiarities of the higher education development in a blended learning environment

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pavlo Chervonyi ◽  
Svitlana Alieksieieva ◽  
Nadiia Senchylo-Tatlilioglu ◽  
Oleksandr Chastnyk ◽  
Nataliia Diomidova
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Professional Development ◽  
Learning Environment ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Continuous Professional Development ◽  
Average Level ◽  
Ict Skills ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Ict Use ◽  
Wide Range

Since the early 2000s, the potential of blended learning has been recognized worldwide as a promising trend due to the active technology development and its integration into higher education. Blended learning in higher education is at the development stage, which explains the relevance of research into the problems of higher education transformation through the introduction of technology in pedagogy. This article aims to identify the peculiarities of the higher education pedagogy transformation through the blended learning model. The methodology was based on a statistical, correlational analysis by using The Teaching and Learning International Survey (TALIS) database containing the survey results of 7,823 educators in France and the Netherlands. Results. The study revealed an average level of teacher preparation for blended learning (50.5%) and preparation for ICT use in student learning (48.4%) components inclusion. A significant level of teachers' professional development of ICT skills was revealed (44% take courses). An average level of teachers' unpreparedness both for blended learning (28.9% not ready, 36.6% not prepared enough) and ICT use in practice was established (30.3% - almost not ready, 34.25 - not prepared enough). A positive correlation was established between the components of teachers' preparation for the blended learning environment and the subsequent passage of professional ICT skills development courses. It means that formal education does not guarantee the absence of the need for continuous professional development and the formation of a wide range of ICT skills. Teachers need continuous professional development and new ICT skills. The research identified a synergy of positive effects of ICT skills professional development (interaction of educators united by common problems related to blended learning, technology, etc.; borrowing new ideas, innovations, and practices during professional development; updating professional knowledge; using active shared learning; integrity of professional development structure). Teachers noted that professional development courses were specifically adjusted to their needs.

TEACHERS’ PERCEPTION TOWARDS ICT INTEGRATION: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT THROUGH BLENDED LEARNING

2016 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 20-26
Author(s):  
ARWA AHMED ABDO QASEM ◽  
VISWA NATHAPPA
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Information And Communication Technology ◽  
Communication Technology ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Change Strategies ◽  
Ict Integration ◽  
Information And Communication

Integrating Information and Communication Technology (ICT) into teaching and learning is a growing area that has attracted many educators’ efforts in recent years. The teachers need to be involved in collaborative projects and development of intervention change strategies, which would include teaching partnerships with ICT as a tool.

21st-Century Students in 20th Century Classrooms

2017 ◽  
pp. 140-159 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jason Marshall ◽  
Karen Thomas ◽  
Sandra Robinson
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
20Th Century ◽  
21St Century ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Approaches To Teaching ◽  
Student Centered ◽  
Student Centered Learning ◽  
Student Centred Learning

This chapter focuses on the transition from teacher-centred learning to student-centred learning. First, we situate the importance of student-centred learning within the Angloplone Caribbean experience. Second, we outline ways in which on-going professional development centers institutions interested in making the transition to student-centered learning. Third, we describe some techniques that can be used to engender student-centered approaches to teaching and learning. Finally, we conclude by summarizing student-centred pedagogical challenges and implications.

Increasing Technology Adoption through Certified Digital Educator Programme

2018 ◽  
pp. 17-34 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chee Leong Lim ◽  
Nurhanim Hassan
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Technology Adoption ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Development Program ◽  
Continuous Professional Development ◽  
Professional Development Program ◽  
Learning Skills ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Training Modules

In this chapter, the certified digital educator (CDE) programme is developed with the aim of providing the academics with an on-going training that will lead to the e-learning certification. Formulated as part of continuous professional development program for academics at Taylor's University, the CDE programme provides opportunities for the academics to equip themselves with related e-learning skills through the byte-sized training modules offered in addition to the existing blended learning and face-to-face session. Through CDE programme, all current e-learning-related training modules currently being offered to the academics have been re-categorized under four e-learning packages, which represent the four essential skill components required by the academics to effectively able to apply technology in their lessons. Upon completion of this program, the participants are awarded the certified digital educator certification that certify them as competent e-learning practitioners.

Teacher Leadership

2014 ◽  
pp. 1551-1564
Author(s):  
Andrea M. Kent
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
School Culture ◽  
Teacher Leadership ◽  
21St Century ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Teacher Leaders ◽  
Diverse Populations ◽  
School Students ◽  
Public School Students ◽  
21St Century Schools

This chapter focuses on the metamorphosis of teacher leaders, from the roles, responsibilities, and dispositions of teacher leaders, to teacher leaders using technology for self-professional development as well as leading professional development for the improvement of teaching and learning. The underlying premise is that teacher leaders work with diverse populations of both teachers and public school students who are present in schools today. It is strong leadership at the classroom level that makes a difference with colleagues and students, regardless of ethnicity, gender, or social class, and can ultimately impact an entire school culture. This chapter integrates these core tenants in an effort to guide the reader to understanding the necessity of developing teacher leaders to meet the challenges inherent in 21st century schools and classrooms.

scholarly journals The Needs of Continuous Professional Development Perceived by Novice and Experienced Teachers

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (11) ◽  
pp. 1664
Author(s):  
Andista A.F. Anggraeni ◽  
Sri Rachmajanti
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Continuous Professional Development ◽  
Experienced Teachers ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
Learning Approaches ◽  
Subject Field ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Descriptive Survey

<p class="contenttable"><strong>Abstract</strong><strong>:</strong> This study was intended to investigate the current needs of continuous professional development viewed from the eyes of novice and experienced teachers in Malang senior high schools. The study was conducted through a descriptive survey study. The results identified some similarities and differences of needs between the novice and experienced teachers. Based on the order of importance, novice teachers agree that they need professional development in (1) knowledge and understanding of learner’s characteristics and (2) pedagogical competencies in teaching the subject field, (3) knowledge about curriculum or syllabus, (4) teacher’s communication skill in the classroom, and (5) teaching and learning approaches. Meanwhile, the experienced teachers need CPD about (1) knowledge and understanding of learner’s characteristics, (2) pedagogical competencies in the subject, (3) Information and Communication Technology, (4) students’ evaluation and assessment, and (5) teaching and learning approaches. Knowing the findings above, policy makers are suggested to arrange CPD programs based on the teachers’ needs and learning styles. The suitability and effectiveness of the program must be put into consideration.</p><strong>Abstrak</strong><strong>:</strong><em> </em>Penelitian ini mengungkap kebutuhan Pengembangan Keprofesian Berkelanjutan guru dilihat dari sudut pandang guru pemula dan berpengalaman di sekolah menengah atas di wilayah Malang. Penelitian menggunakan metode survei deskriptif. dan hasilnya menemukan bahwa terdapat persamaan dan perbedaan kebutuhan diantara guru pemula dan berpengalaman. Berdasarkan tingkat prioritas, PKB yang diperlukan guru pemula saat ini (1) pengetahuan tentang karakter peserta didik, (2) kompetensi pedagogik dalam mengajar, (3) pengetahuan tentang kurikulum atau silabus, (4) keterampilan berkomunikasi di kelas, (5) pendekatan belajar pembelajaran. Di lain pihak, guru berpengalaman memerlukan PKB tentang (1) pengetahuan tentang karakter peserta didik, (2) kompetensi pedagogik dalam mengajar, (3) penggunaan TI di dalam pengajaran, (4) penilaian peserta didik, (5) pendekatan belajar pembelajaran. Dengan mengetahui hal-hal diatas hendaknya pembuat kebijakan merancang program PKB berdasarkan kebutuhan dan gaya belajar masing-masing guru. Aspek kecocokan dan keefektivitasan program Pengembangan Keprofesian Berkelanjutan perlu diperhatikan.

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