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Harrell, Pamela Esprívalo; Thompson, Ruthanne; Waid, Julie – Research in Science & Technological Education, 2023
Background: Science teachers represent the critical link to the development of a scientifically literate citizenry who is capable of addressing societal problems and global challenges in ways that positively affect the quality of life. Purpose: We investigated how a long-term, inquiry-based professional development program could be utilized to…
Descriptors: Inquiry, Active Learning, Earth Science, Pedagogical Content Knowledge
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Clark, Melissa; Max, Jeffrey; James-Burdumy, Susanne; Robles, Silvia; McCullough, Moira; Burkander, Paul; Malick, Steven – National Center for Education Evaluation and Regional Assistance, 2022
Helping teachers become more effective in the classroom is a high priority for educators and policymakers. A growing body of evidence suggests that individualized coaching focused on general teaching practices can improve teachers' instruction and student achievement. However, little is known about the benefits of specific approaches to coaching,…
Descriptors: Coaching (Performance), Video Technology, Academic Achievement, Teaching Methods
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National Center for Education Evaluation and Regional Assistance, 2022
Helping teachers become more effective in the classroom is a high priority for school leaders and policymakers. This Study Highlights presents key findings from a study that examined a promising strategy for improving teachers' effectiveness: providing individualized coaching using videos of teachers' instruction for reflection, practice, and…
Descriptors: Coaching (Performance), Video Technology, Academic Achievement, Teaching Methods
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Li, Nuo; Liu, Enshan; Liu, Cheng; Guo, Shuchen – EURASIA Journal of Mathematics, Science and Technology Education, 2021
Participating in effective professional development (PD) activities is crucial for helping teachers improve the quality of pedagogy and students' learning results. Numerous factors influence the design of effective PD, one of which is duration. However, many teachers do not find much time to participate in long-term concentrated and continuous PD…
Descriptors: Science Teachers, Faculty Development, Program Length, Junior High School Teachers
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Aldahmash, Abdulwali H.; Alamri, Naem, M.; Aljallal, Mohammed A. – Cogent Education, 2019
For the advancement of current and future economic and overall well-being to occur, STEM professionals are highly needed. STEM education is an approach that integrates science, technology, engineering and mathematics curricula into one interdisciplinary curriculum. In the context of STEM education, learners acquire deep and critical thinking…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Science Teachers, Mathematics Teachers, STEM Education
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Gamlem, Siv M.; Kvinge, Lars M.; Smith, Kari; Engelsen, Knut Steinar – Cogent Education, 2019
In this study, we examine the short-term effects of an intervention aimed at developing teachers' responsive pedagogy in mathematics. The study analyses how an emphasis on responsive pedagogy in 9th grade classrooms over a period of seven months might strengthen students' feedback, self-regulated learning, self-efficacy and achievement in…
Descriptors: Culturally Relevant Education, Faculty Development, Program Effectiveness, Grade 9
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Ganley, DeLacy; Kula, Stacy M.; Kallemeyn, David – Journal of Research in International Education, 2019
To understand how K-12 students in the USA are impacted by their interactions with international teachers (ie teachers visiting the USA from other countries), this study asked 'Does contact with an international teacher correlate with increased geo-cultural knowledge and/or receptiveness to non-USA countries, peoples and/or cultures?'. To address…
Descriptors: Cultural Awareness, Knowledge Level, Intercultural Communication, Teacher Student Relationship