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ERIC Number: EJ1445904
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2024-Dec
Pages: 12
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-1598-1037
EISSN: EISSN-1876-407X
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Teacher's Views on Professional Learning and Development in Primary Schools in Fiji
Asia Pacific Education Review, v25 n5 p1391-1402 2024
The importance of improving schools, increasing teacher quality, and improving student learning has led to an increased focus on teachers' professional learning and development (PLD). When organising PLD sessions in schools, it is crucial that they are well understood and that the needs of teachers are considered. This study aimed to examine teachers' views vis-à-vis their professional growth in primary schools in Fiji. Specifically, it investigated the type of PLD organised in schools and the factors that need to be considered during planning. Semi-structured interviews, participant observation, and document records were used as data collection instruments. Twelve participants were purposefully selected from twelve different primary schools. The data were analysed thematically in 3 phases: identifying patterns, creating codes, and arranging codes into themes. The results suggest that teacher education on PLD is vital and that all those involved in the education system understand what PLD entails and consider the teacher's needs when planning such sessions. The study also revealed that teachers participate in various forms of PLD that include school-based training organised on a regular basis and or when a teacher returns from workshops, and that information needs to be communicated to other teachers in school. Moreover, the study also revealed the critical role of change agents in facilitating PLD initiatives. However, to gain widespread acceptance, these change agents must demonstrate competence and earn the respect of their colleagues.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Fiji
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