ERIC Number: EJ1109517
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2016-Aug
Pages: 17
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ISSN: ISSN-1475-2409
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Structures and Programme Supports for Creativity, Action, Service in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: An Implementation Study in Turkey
Martin, Robin Ann; Tanyu, Manolya; Perry, Stirling
Journal of Research in International Education, v15 n2 p120-136 Aug 2016
This qualitative multiple-case study examined the implementation of an experiential learning component of an academic curriculum in six high schools in Turkey. Structures and supports that influenced programme implementation were examined using an implementation framework adapted from Durlak and Dupre. The study describes how the experiential learning programme is implemented. Findings indicate four areas that need ongoing attention: (1) supports for programme coordinators, (2) teacher training, (3) integration with academics and (4) school cultures that better support experiential learning.
Descriptors: Case Studies, Advanced Placement Programs, School Culture, Experiential Learning, Program Implementation, Teacher Education, Qualitative Research, High School Students, Guidelines, Foreign Countries, Program Descriptions, Holistic Approach, Adolescent Development, Creativity, Service Learning, Institutional Characteristics, Program Administration, Interviews, Focus Groups
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: High Schools; Secondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Turkey
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