ERIC Number: EJ875355
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2010
Pages: 15
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ISSN: ISSN-0738-0569
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An Investigation on Experienced Teachers' Knowledge and Perceptions of Instructional Theories and Practices
Liu, Leping; Jones, Paul E.; Sadera, William A.
Computers in the Schools, v27 n1 p20-34 2010
Instructional practices in schools have been constantly changing over the years, and educators' knowledge about these practices is an important factor that influences their effective use. This paper presents an examination of teachers' knowledge and perception of 24 instructional practices commonly used in the field of education, especially in the field of technology-based teaching and learning. Data from 162 experienced teachers who had enrolled in teacher education courses in two universities were collected from 2005 to 2007. Consistent with the literature, findings suggest that teachers with higher degrees and more teaching experience are aware of and understand more about educational practices. A predictive model was developed from this study. (Contains 2 tables and 1 figure.)
Descriptors: Inservice Teacher Education, Education Courses, Educational Practices, Teaching Methods, Graduate Students, Theory Practice Relationship, Experienced Teachers, Knowledge Base for Teaching, Influence of Technology, Educational Technology, Electronic Learning, Computer Assisted Instruction, Student Attitudes, Teacher Attitudes, Questionnaires, Technology Integration, Predictor Variables, Correlation
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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