scholarly journals Classroom Behaviour Management: The effects of in-service training on elementary teachers’ self-efficacy beliefs

2013 ◽  
Vol 48 (2) ◽  
pp. 359-382 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nancy Gaudreau ◽  
Égide Royer ◽  
Éric Frenette ◽  
Claire Beaumont ◽  
Tara Flanagan
Keyword(s):  
Elementary School ◽  
Classroom Management ◽  
Elementary School Teachers ◽  
Training Program ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Efficacy Beliefs ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Quebec City ◽  
School Teachers

We examined a training program in classroom management in relation to the efficacy beliefs of elementary school teachers. The training program used a quasi-experimental design with a waitlist control group. Twenty-seven elementary school teachers in the greater Quebec City area participated. The repeated measures ANOVA results revealed positive effect of the program on teachers’ personal teaching efficacy beliefs, and in the teachers’ perceived self-efficacy in managing difficult behaviours in the classroom. A group by time interaction effect was also observed with regard to the teachers’ perceived self-efficacy in eliciting principals’ support where participating teachers were more confident in their interactions with principals at follow-up. Factors that influence the development of self-efficacy beliefs of teachers and implications for practice are discussed.

scholarly journals Exploring Teachers' Views on the Impact of an Online Distance Learning Course on Their Self-Efficacy Beliefs

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Eirini Tzovla ◽  
Katerina Kedraka
Keyword(s):  
Elementary School ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Elementary School Teachers ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Efficacy Beliefs ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Biological Concepts ◽  
Online Distance Learning ◽  
Online Distance ◽  
The Impact

This paper reports on an online distance learning course that emphasizes the improvement of the self-efficacy beliefs of in-service elementary school teachers in teaching biological concepts. The course utilizes digital educational content and Open Educational Resources (OERs) and focuses on the interaction, peer support, and peer teaching into an online learning environment. In the design framework of the course, we investigated the educational needs of teachers and took into consideration the findings of other studies. A total of 251 teachers were enrolled in the online distance learning course and 142 completed it. Quantitative and qualitative data was collected in November 2020 through the bio-STEBI-A instrument and the posts in the forums of the course. The quantitative results revealed an improvement in both subscales of bio-STEBI-A, which were also confirmed by the qualitative ones, that underline the course, thus contributing to the improvement of self-efficacy beliefs of in-service elementary school teachers in teaching biological concepts. Recommendations are made for future research.

The Influence of Direct Training in Problem Solving on Consultee Problem Clarification Skills and Attributions

1996 ◽  
Vol 17 (6) ◽  
pp. 370-376 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joseph E. Zins ◽  
Charlene R. Ponti
Keyword(s):  
Elementary School ◽  
Problem Solving ◽  
Elementary School Teachers ◽  
Training Program ◽  
Ecological Perspective ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Related Activity ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Problem Solving Skills ◽  
Direct Training

This study examines the direct training of teachers in problem-solving skills and its effects on their performance in a consultation-related activity. Thirteen elementary-school teachers participated in a training program that focused on development of problem identification skills and utilization of an ecological perspective to view problems. Six additional teachers served as a control group. The results suggest that the training enhanced teachers' skills in describing problems and reduced the number of inferences they made for the causes of student-related problems. Methodological strengths and limitations of the study are discussed.

scholarly journals Discipline approaches and interpersonal self-efficacy on elementary school teachers

2012 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 15-28
Author(s):  
Öner Çelikkaleli ◽  
Yusuf İnandı
Keyword(s):  
Elementary School ◽  
Elementary School Teachers ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
School Discipline ◽  
Efficacy Beliefs ◽  
The Other ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Student Centered ◽  
Efficacy Belief ◽  
Significant Relationships

The purpose of this study is to examine the reletionship between teachers discipline approachs and interpersonal self-efficacy belief. Furthermore, this research is to examine whether teacher' discipline approachs and interpersonal self-efficacy beliefs are varying according to gender, working experiences and professional positions. Participants of this study consistent of 198 (94 women, 95 man) elementary school teachers. In order to gathered data, School Discipline Aproach Scale and Teachers Interpersonal Self-efficacy Scale are used. According to tte findigs, there is negatively significant relationships between teachers' oppresive and compliance discipline approachs and teachers' interpersonal self-efficacy from colleagues, administrators and total interpersonal self-efficacy. There are no difference teachers' discipline approach and interpersonal self-efficacy accorging to gender. On the other hand, equitable and student-centered discipline approach are difference according to teachers working experince. Finally, I. Gradulal teachers' equitable and student-centered discipline approach scores more high II. Gradual teachers scores.

scholarly journals Teachers’ Self-Efficacy and Online Teaching during COVID-19 Pandemic in Qatari Governmental Schools

2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (11) ◽  
pp. 17-41
Author(s):  
Amani M Allouh ◽  
Saba M Qadhi ◽  
Mahmood A Hasan ◽  
Xiangyun Du
Keyword(s):  
Classroom Management ◽  
Primary School ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Online Teaching ◽  
Professional Training ◽  
Efficacy Beliefs ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Years Of Experience ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Primary School Teachers

This study investigated primary school teachers’ self-efficacy beliefs regarding online teaching during the Covid-19 pandemic and whether it determines any significant differences in self-efficacy levels based on different demographic data. A quantitative and qualitative survey method was employed. The data was collected from primary school teachers in Qatar public schools using a web-based survey that assessed self-efficacy in three areas: Students Engagement, Classroom Management, and Instructional Strategies. Four open-ended questions were included in determining the challenges faced by teachers, coping strategies, and the support needed and received. A total of 514 teachers voluntarily completed the survey. The results showed that elementary school teachers actively reported self-efficacy beliefs in online teaching. T-test and ANOVA analysis revealed significant differences between primary school teachers’ self-efficacy and years of experience in the three fields. However, no significant differences were found between self-efficacy, gender, and age in the area. Results indicated that the more years of experience teachers have, the more self-efficacy they perceive. The open-ended questions’ results showed that unmotivated students were the most frustrating challenge primary teachers faced in online teaching. Therefore, contacting parents was highly prioritized by teachers for coping with this challenge. Besides, professional training was the main support received, but more practical and interactive workshops are still needed. This research can provide educators with insights on implementing technology effectively in their online classrooms and adapting to challenging times to achieve a smooth and effective learning process.

Mindfulness Training for Teachers: A Pilot Program

2004 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-42 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Napoli
Keyword(s):  
Elementary School ◽  
Curriculum Development ◽  
Elementary School Teachers ◽  
Training Program ◽  
Mindfulness Training ◽  
Pilot Program ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Personal Lives ◽  
Mindfulness Skills

This article discusses the results of three elementary school teachers’ feedback from a mindfulness-training program. Mindfulness is the ability to pay attention to what’s happening now without judgment. The training consisted of breathwork, bodyscan, movement, and sensorimotor activities. Results of interviews with the teachers revealed that teachers used the mindfulness skills to (a) aid in curriculum development and implementation, (b) deal with conflict and anxiety, (c) improve the quality of their personal lives, and (d) facilitate positive changes in the classroom.

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