scholarly journals TEACHING OF MATHEMATICS IN PAKTIKA TEACHERS’ TRAINING CENTER: THE PERSPECTIVES OF TEACHERS AND STUDENTS TOWARDS THE USE OF VARIOUS METHODOLOGIES IN THEIR CLASSROOMS

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-16
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Training ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Teaching Methods ◽  
Teacher Educators ◽  
Secondary School Teachers ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Teacher Training Colleges ◽  
Need To Evaluate ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
Set Up

Choosing the best pedagogies and methods for students has become a focal issue in education. Hence, teachers need to evaluate and improve various skills. Therefore, this study was set up to investigate the teachers teaching methods they use during their teaching. The researchers have selected this Hence, teachers need to evaluate and improve various skills. Therefore, this study was set up to investigate the teachers teaching methods they use during their teaching. The researchers have selected this topic because to find out the types of teaching methods and to evaluate that how teachers use the subject and pedagogical knowledge. Currently, there are three Teacher Training Colleges in Paktika province, and the current study is conducted in Zarghun Shahr. The important thing is that how often they use the teaching method theories which they have learned, also at which level they understand their students to be able to identify students and their differences and learning styles. In this study, two mathematics teachers were observed during their teaching. Which were quite important for the current study to observe which methods do teachers use while they teach. The researchers also interviewed both the students who were in those classes and their teachers. The data have been collected by using observation and interview tools. And the unit of this research is teacher educators and students of teacher training colleges. This study will help all teachers (lecturers, teacher educators, and primary and secondary school teachers), to adapt useful methodologies in their classrooms.

Midwifery Students’ Learning Styles in Iran: A Review Study Based on Kolb’s Learning Theory

2021 ◽  
Vol 30 (1) ◽  
pp. 52-63
Author(s):  
Hadis Sourinejad ◽  
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Fariba Haghani ◽  
Marjan Beigi ◽  
Elham Adibmoghaddam ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Learning Styles ◽  
Learning Style ◽  
Learning Theory ◽  
Teaching Methods ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Important Research ◽  
Innovative Teaching ◽  
Review Study ◽  
Kolb's Learning Theory ◽  
Selection Of

Background: Identifying the factors that contribute to learning is one of the most important research goals. Learning style is one of these important and effective factors. The predominant learning styles of students in different universities of Iran are different. Objective: This study aimed to review the learning styles of midwifery students in Iran based on Kolb’s learning theory. Materials and Methods: In this review study, a search was conducted in Scopus, PubMed, Google Scholar, SID, and MagIran databases on articles published during 2000-2020 by using the keywords: Learning styles, midwifery students, and Kolb’s theory in Persian and English. Out of 28 eligible articles, 9 articles were finally reviewed. Results: Learning in midwifery students is usually done by using different styles, the most common of which was convergent style followed by assimilative style. Conclusion: The predominant learning styles of midwifery students in Iran are convergent and assimilative styles. While considering individual differences, educational planning and selection of teaching method should be done in a way that is appropriate for different learning styles of midwifery students and a variety of new and innovative teaching methods should be used.

An empirical investigation on learning and teaching lean manufacturing

2020 ◽  
Vol 62 (3) ◽  
pp. 339-354
Author(s):  
Guilherme Luz Tortorella ◽  
Rogério Miorando ◽  
Diego Fettermann ◽  
Diego Tlapa Mendoza
Keyword(s):  
Graduate Students ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Learning Style ◽  
Teaching Methods ◽  
Lean Manufacturing ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Learning Preferences ◽  
Teaching Approaches ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Learning And Teaching

PurposeThis article identifies the association between two methods for teaching lean manufacturing (LM): problem-based learning (PBL) and classroom lectures, and students' learning styles of a postgraduate course.Design/methodology/approachData were collected from graduate students LM courses that present different teaching approaches. Thus, students' learning preferences were gathered through the application of the Index of Learning Style questionnaire, and their performance assessed after each course.FindingsResults indicate that learning styles are indeed associated with LM teaching approaches, and comprehending interaction effects between learning style dimensions is essential for properly adapting the teaching method. However, these interactions have different extensions.Originality/valueAlthough teaching LM has significantly evolved over the past decades, the single application of traditional teaching methods jeopardizes learning effectiveness of graduate students because of the practical nature of LM. This study provides evidence to better understand the effect of complementary teaching methods and their relationship with students' preferences, empirically examining that there is not one best approach for understanding LM.

De Dinokrokusmethode

1996 ◽  
Vol 54 ◽  
pp. 117-125
Author(s):  
Noelle Uilenburg ◽  
Frans X. Plooij
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Teaching Methods ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
First Language ◽  
Effect Study ◽  
Second Language Teaching ◽  
Set Up ◽  
Acquisition Processes ◽  
Language Teaching Methods

In this article the 'Dinocroc method', the rationale behind the method and the principles on which the method has been constructed are described in some detail and a clear picture is given of how the method is used in the classroom. With this method a real effort is made to integrate natural first language acquisition processes into a second language teaching method. An explanation is given of the research set-up concerning the effect study of the 'Dinocroc method' when compared to more regular second language teaching methods. At this stage of the research it is not yet possible to provide the reader with the conclusions of this study, only a very general and cautious remark can be made about the effects of the method.

scholarly journals Evaluation Study Of Competencies Of Secondary School Teachers In Punjab In The Context Of Classroom Management

2009 ◽  
Vol 6 (7) ◽  
Author(s):  
Safia Saeed
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Training ◽  
Secondary School ◽  
Classroom Management ◽  
Classroom Environment ◽  
Secondary School Teachers ◽  
Management Skills ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
Training Institutions ◽  
Short Courses

There are so many characteristics and traits of personality and all the characteristics, qualities and competencies need training, grooming, improvement and development. The best classroom environment is one that results in efficient learning. Discipline involves employing guidance and teaching techniques to encourage students to become self-directive and therefore to create an atmosphere conducive to learning. Teachers are decision-makers as they manage the daily routines of their classrooms. Some teachers squeeze out every minute of learning possible. They are highly organized and well prepared, and they constantly think and plan ahead. This doesn’t mean that they create a cold classroom atmosphere where students feel unwelcome. Rather, they are warm and enthusiastic teachers who are simply well organized and equally well versed in teaching. The major objective of this study was as to investigate the problems of classroom management of the secondary school teachers in Punjab. The population of the study consisted of the heads of the teacher training institutions, teacher educators, heads of secondary schools, secondary school teachers, and students. The sample included randomly selected ten heads of teacher training institutions, 50 teacher trainers, 800 hundred heads of secondary schools, 4,000 secondary school teachers and 4,000 students. Four questionnaires (one each for heads, teacher trainers, teachers and students) were developed for collection of data. Data were collected, analyzed and interpreted in the light of objective by using the Chi- Square. It was concluded from the study that the majority of respondents agreed that secondary school teachers were aware of time management skills, kept the classroom environment conducive for learning, and improved the learning skills of the students by using different behavior modification techniques. The majority of respondents agreed that secondary school teachers were dealing with the students in a non-psychological way; it was the common areas in which secondary school teachers had weak competencies. For improving the classroom management skills, in-service short courses should be planned and attendance of secondary school teachers in such courses should be made obligatory. For maintaining the discipline in the class, teacher should be trained in such a way that they properly understand each and every method with its proper use in particular situations. Short courses, seminars and symposia should be organized on a regular basis to refresh the knowledge of working secondary teachers. Teachers should understand human, as well as educational, psychology and apply it in their teaching process in the classroom.

scholarly journals Obstacles Facing Teachers in Palestine While Implementing E-learning During the COVID-19 Pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (4) ◽  
pp. 44
Author(s):  
Ruba Hassan Abu Subaih ◽  
Suheir Sulieman Sabbah ◽  
Ruqiah Naji Esmail Al-Duais
Keyword(s):  
Learning Styles ◽  
Teaching Methods ◽  
Success Factors ◽  
Teacher Education Programs ◽  
Technological Education ◽  
Education Programs ◽  
Critical Success ◽  
Electronic Culture ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
E Learning

The study aims to identify the obstacles facing teachers in Palestine society while adopting e-learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. The results show the most critical obstacle continues to be the infrastructure of the educational system. Other obstacles include technical support, the readiness of all stakeholders, and remote technological education skills and competencies. The study also shows many obstacles, including students’ failure to attend classes in full, assessment of students, and learning online. The study highlights the critical success factors for the adoption of e-learning. E-learning requires skills and competencies for both teachers and students. Teachers must also adopt various teaching methods accounting for individual differences, learning styles, and psychological support. Those teaching methods need advanced training before implementing them in Palestine. Additional recommendations were made including spreading electronic culture, increasing awareness of society partnership, enriching teacher education programs, conducting trainings for teachers, and conducting further researches similar to this study.

Integrating lesson study in Myanmar teacher training

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 34-47
Author(s):  
Alison Victoria Shepherd
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Training ◽  
Education Reform ◽  
Lesson Study ◽  
Teacher Educators ◽  
Secondary School Teachers ◽  
Continuing Professional Development ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper documents a case study implementing Lesson Study (LS) study into a two-year teacher training project in an education university training secondary school teachers in Lower Myanmar. The purpose of this paper is to stimulate interest and discussion about whether Lesson Study is a useful tool in continuing professional development (CPD), particularly within the unique context of developing country educational development. Design/methodology/approach Two LS cycles were evaluated by participants using a quantitative-qualitative questionnaire and the case study analysed by the author. Findings LS was a useful tool to encourage structured collaboration between university-level teacher educators, however, continued supported practice is needed to expand the benefits and ensure sustainability. Research limitations/implications A limitation of the case study is that the respondents were small in number compared to the number of participants. Furthermore, the questionnaire was not in respondents’ native language which will have affected how well they could communicate. Finally, it was difficult to separate the impact of other project activities from the perceived effects of LS. Practical implications This paper has practical implications not only for educators within Myanmar as the country continues its journey of education reform, but also for others implementing LS as a form of CPD, particularly in contexts where it is being introduced for the first time. Originality/value Until recently, little was known about Myanmar’s education system internationally. The paper documents the country’s first collaboration with outsiders since the start of the dictatorship to improve educational standards and the effects of introducing LS into this context.

Utilizing VoiceThread to Increase Teacher Candidates' Reflection and Global Implications for Usage

2010 ◽  
pp. 108-123
Author(s):  
Virginia McCormack
Keyword(s):  
Learning Styles ◽  
Web 2.0 ◽  
Teacher Candidates ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Teacher Educators ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Video Recording ◽  
Web 2.0 Tools ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
Visualization And Simulation

A new teaching and learning experience is emerging thanks to the emanation of a new set of Web 2.0 tools. This experience is more inclusive where students are guided through a curriculum that better adapts to their individual learning styles, encourages collaborative teamwork, and facilitates critical thinking and problem solving through a variety of communication, visualization and simulation technologies. A discussion of providing a platform for reviewing and reflecting on shared learning experiences through the use of VoiceThread and digital video recording for all levels of learners is presented. The chapter highlights the power and barriers related to the application of educational technology for teacher candidates, teacher educators, teachers and students. The author proposes that teachers can become empowered, teacher educators and teacher candidates can reflect and connect curriculum with authentic activities through the application of VoiceThread, a Web 2.0 tool that will support learning and collaborating more effectively worldwide.

scholarly journals Grammar-Translation: What Is It—Really—For Students?

2020 ◽  
Vol 21 (42) ◽  
pp. 92-94
Author(s):  
Lance Piantaggini
Keyword(s):  
Teaching Methods ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
Historical Significance ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
Language Teaching Methods

This article began as a blog post with the title ‘Grammar-Translation: Not Really A Method…’ (Piantaggini, 2020). Of course, that choice of title was intended to hook the reader rather than actually make such a claim. Without a doubt, Grammar-translation (GT) is a language teaching method recognised for its historical significance (Musumeci, 1997), its role amongst other emerging language teaching methods (Shrum & Glisan, 2005), as well as its shortcomings (Richards & Rodgers, 2014). This article investigates the method, and its effect on teachers and students.

scholarly journals Relationship between Teacher Educators’ Attitude towards Computers and their Level of ICT Integration in Instruction in Primary Teacher Training Colleges in Kenya

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 14-22
Author(s):  
Bernard Chemwei
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Training ◽  
Teacher Educators ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Primary Teacher ◽  
Ict Integration ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Teacher Training Colleges ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Primary Teacher Training

This study examines the relationship between teacher educators’ attitudes towards computers and their level of ICT integration in instruction in public primary teacher training colleges in Kenya. Rogers’s Theory on the Diffusion of Innovations (2003) is used to understand the key factors affecting ICT integration as well as the teacher educators’ attitudes towards ICT integration in the classroom. In terms of methodology, the simple random sampling technique was used to select six teacher training colleges in Kenya and 169 respondents to participate in the study. Data was collected using a questionnaire, interview schedule and observation. Descriptive statistics were used to analyse the data collected for means, frequencies, means, percentages and standard deviation. The Pearson Moment Correlation was used to determine the relationship between teacher educators’ attitude and their level of ICT integration. The study results indicated a low level of ICT integration in teaching in all teacher-training colleges. It was also noted that teacher educators had positive attitudes towards ICT integration. However, they did not seem to integrate the available ICTs in their classroom instruction. It was further established that there was a positive relationship between their attitude and their level of ICT integration in instruction.  The Ministry of Education should organise in-service training for teacher educators in teacher education institutions on ICT integration in instruction. At the same time, there is a need to applaud and encourage by means of incentives teacher educators who exhibit positive attitudes so as improve their ICT integration in their teaching. Consideration should be given to older teacher educators’ who may be holding poor attitudes towards computers.

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