ERIC Number: EJ1043908
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2014
Pages: 14
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ISSN: ISSN-0022-4871
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Exploring Differences in Practicing Teachers' Valuing of Pedagogical Knowledge Based on Teaching Ability Beliefs
Fives, Helenrose; Buehl, Michelle M.
Journal of Teacher Education, v65 n5 p435-448 Nov-Dec 2014
In this investigation, we assessed 443 teachers' beliefs with the "Teaching Ability Belief Scale" (TABS) and the "Importance of Teaching Knowledge Scale" (ITKS). Using cluster analysis, we identified four groups of teachers based on their responses to the TABS reflecting "Innate," "Learned," "Hybrid," and "Requires Polish" perspectives on the ability to teach. A comparative analysis, using the identified clusters, indicated differences in teachers' valuing of teaching knowledge across the clusters. Teachers in the Learned cluster valued knowledge of theory significantly more so than other groups.
Descriptors: Teacher Attitudes, Rating Scales, Multivariate Analysis, Comparative Analysis, Values, Educational Theories, Pedagogical Content Knowledge, Demography, Teaching Experience, Educational Attainment, Reliability, Measures (Individuals), Elementary School Teachers, Secondary School Teachers
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education; Secondary Education; Elementary Secondary Education
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